Navigation Links
New species declared: Clouded leopard on Borneo and Sumatra

Scientists have discovered that the clouded leopard found on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra is an entirely new species of cat. The secretive rainforest animal was originally thought to be the same species as the one found in mainland Southeast Asia.

Genetic analysis conducted at the U.S. National Cancer Institute shows that the difference between the two clouded leopard species is comparable to the differences between other large cat species like lions, tigers, and jaguars. Scientists believe the new species of clouded leopard diverged from the mainland population some 1.4 million years ago.

“Genetic research results clearly indicate that the clouded leopards of Borneo and Sumatra should be considered a separate species,?said Dr Stephen O'Brien, Head of the Laboratory of Genomic Diversity, U.S. National Cancer Institute. “DNA tests highlighted around 40 differences between the two species.?

The results of the genetic study are supported by separate research on geographical variation in the clouded leopard, based mainly on fur patterns and coloration of skins held in museums and collections.

“The moment we started comparing the skins of the mainland clouded leopard and the leopard found on Borneo and Sumatra, it was clear we were comparing two different species,?said Dr Andrew Kitchener, from the Department of Natural Sciences, National Museums Scotland and lead author of the scientific paper that described the new species. “It’s incredible that no one has ever noticed these differences.?

The new clouded leopard species is generally darker than the mainland species, has small cloud markings, many distinct spots within the cloud markings, grayer fur, and a double dorsal stripe. Clouded leopards from the mainland have large clouds on their skin with fewer, often faint, spots within the cloud markings, and they are lighter in color, with a tendency toward tawny-colored fur and a partial double dorsal stripe.


'"/>

Source:World Wildlife Fund


Page: 1 2

Related biology news :

1. New species from old data
2. Same mutation aided evolution in many fish species, Stanford study finds
3. Fibril Shape Is The Basis Of Prion Strains And Cross-species Prion Infection
4. Reservoirs may accelerate the spread of invasive aquatic species, researchers say
5. Small species back-up giant marsupial climate change extinction claim
6. Aggressive aquatic species invading Great Lakes
7. Bush, Cheney and Rumsfeld are now species of slime-mold beetles -- but strictly in homage
8. Internet viruses help ecologists control invasive species
9. An (ecological) origin of species for tropical reef fish
10. Ancient DNA helps clarify the origins of two extinct New World horse species
11. Invasive parasite destroying fish species
Post Your Comments:
*Name:
*Comment:
*Email:
TAG: New species declared Clouded leopard Borneo and Sumatra

(Date:6/18/2013)... from the University of Adelaide shows that weight gain ... life is linked to a higher IQ at early school age. ... researchers, who analysed data from more than 13,800 children who were ... Pediatrics , show that babies who put on 40% of ... points higher by the time they were six years of age, ...
(Date:6/17/2013)... JOLLA, CA June 17, 2013 An international ... (TSRI), the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and Albert Einstein ... highly promising new anti-tuberculosis compound that attacks the tuberculosis ... represent an effort to help solve one of the ... TB and its dangerous drug-resistant strains," said Peter G. ...
(Date:6/17/2013)... original foundations with more modern elements. Using this same ... P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences have designed ... gas storage, and gas transport more efficient and at ... latest issue of the Journal of the American ... work builds upon Pitt Associate Professor of Chemistry Nathaniel ...
Breaking Biology News(10 mins):IQ link to baby's weight gain in first month 2New compound excels at killing persistent and drug-resistant tuberculosis 2New compound excels at killing persistent and drug-resistant tuberculosis 3New compound excels at killing persistent and drug-resistant tuberculosis 4'Chemical architects' build materials with potential applications in drug delivery and gas storage 2
... finds fresh evidence that urbanization in the United States threatens ... the six-year study also refutes one of the most widely ... some kinds of birds. Most ecologists have assumed that ... cats and raccoons were destroying eggs or killing young ...
... As gas prices continue to soar to record highs, ... cramp their pocketbooks. Scientists at U.S. Department of ... working to chemically manipulate algae for production of the ... We believe there is a fundamental advantage in looking ...
... 1, 2008Biotechnology companies are focusing on the development ... current diagnostic tests for cancer, reports Genetic Engineering ... therapy forward, a much stronger and targeted emphasis ... article in the April 1 issue of GEN ...
Cached Biology News:Some migratory birds can't find success in urban areas, study finds 2Some migratory birds can't find success in urban areas, study finds 3Algae could one day be major hydrogen fuel source 2
(Date:6/18/2013)... June 18, 2013 Though health care ... according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics -- the ... 24,000 per month. Most new health care jobs were added ... sector saw a loss of 6,000 jobs. Overall, the U.S. ... firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas reported that a total of ...
(Date:6/18/2013)... June 18, 2013 Earlier this year, Google ... platform. As this directly impacts the core component of ... one of the most sweeping updates since its inception in ... Technologies recently posted a very informative article on ... ‘must-have’ upgrade date for enhanced campaigns . Only ...
(Date:6/18/2013)... Kitware , a leading developer ... Fast-Track award from the U.S. Department of Energy for ... the nuclear power industry. , Construction of nuclear power ... years, but the United States’ nuclear power industry has ... plant utilization through improved refueling, maintenance, and safety systems ...
(Date:6/17/2013)... Fort Belvoir, VA (PRWEB) June 17, 2013 ... its annual Basic Research Technical Review at the Waterford ... 2. More than 300 grant awardees will present technical ... research. Technical sessions will cover a broad range of ... Recognition; (2) Cognitive, Information and Network Science; (3) Science ...
Breaking Biology Technology:MedZilla Employment Report for June 2013 -- Jobs in Health Care Grow, But at Slower Pace 2MedZilla Employment Report for June 2013 -- Jobs in Health Care Grow, But at Slower Pace 3Core and More Technologies Helps Organizations Migrate to Google’s Enhanced Campaign Structure 2Core and More Technologies Helps Organizations Migrate to Google’s Enhanced Campaign Structure 3Kitware to Develop an Open-Source HPC Design-Analysis Environment for Nuclear Energy Research 2Invitation to Register: Annual Defense Threat Reduction Agency Basic Research Technical Review 2
... Expanded Commercialization of the Revolutionary ... Accuri C6 Flow Cytometer(R) System--, ... Inc., a life,sciences company developing revolutionary bench-top flow cytometer ... C financing led by,Fidelity Biosciences and Flagship Ventures. Current ...
... Mich., July 8 GeneGo, Inc., the leading,systems ... Center,at Yale has become a certified GeneGo Center ... GeneGo,s MetaCore, training and advanced,support., The W. ... of the largest biotechnology laboratories of its kind ...
... TechCFO, a leading provider of outsourced CFO-level financial and management services ... Strickland as Partner to its Boston office. Strickland is the latest ... of last year. , ... Cambridge, MA (PRWEB) July ...
Cached Biology Technology:Accuri Cytometers Completes $13 Million Series C Financing 2Accuri Cytometers Completes $13 Million Series C Financing 3Accuri Cytometers Completes $13 Million Series C Financing 4Yale Keck Microarray Center Becomes a GeneGo Center of Excellence 2TechCFO Adds Gary Strickland as Partner in Boston Office 2
Unique enzyme blend containing Taq and Pwo DNA Polymerase and another thermostable enzyme. The Expand 20 kbPLUS PCR System also includes an optimized reaction buffer, MgCl2 solution, and a human cont...
... is generated from rabbits immunized with a ... 50~150 of human PLAU. Purified rabbit polyclonal ... sodium azide. This antibody is purified through ... with both high and low pH buffers ...
... Lyophilized. Lyophilized from 2 mM sodium phosphate ... liver. Cathepsin D is a major lysosomal ... a 52 kDa proenzyme. Overexpression of cathepsin ... with higher risk of relapse and metastasis. ...
Acetate Plate Sealers 100/Box...
Biology Products: