A new mammal discovered in the remote desert of western Africa - TopicsExpress



          

A new mammal discovered in the remote desert of western Africa resembles a long-nosed mouse in appearance but is more closely related genetically to elephants, a California scientist who helped identify the tiny creature said on Thursday. Genetic testing of the creature – which weighs up to an ounce (28 grams) and measures 7.5 inches (19 cm) in length, including its tail – revealed its DNA to be more akin to much larger mammals. It is a new species of elephant shrew, shrews are not classified as rodents. news.yahoo/california-scientists-discover-mouse-mammal-related-elephants-012052534.html
Posted on: Sat, 28 Jun 2014 09:11:33 +0000

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