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Lost World of Fanged Frogs and Giant Rats
pilsner.urquell writes "40 previously unidentified species were discovered inside the crater of an extinct volcano on Papua New Guinea. The finds include a hairy caterpillar, an iridescent beetle, a striped possum, and what may be the world's largest rat — the size of a 'well-fed cat,' and showing no fear of man. The extinct volcano Mount Bosavi last erupted more than 200,000 years ago." There are also an audio interview with the expedition leader and a gallery with 15 photos of the new species.
viruses, bacteria and diseases?
Great - As if I didn't worry about my health enough... now there are diseases IN ADDITION to viruses and bacteria.