Rivers, lakes and wetlands across the planet are still revealing remarkable biodiversity. In 2025 alone, scientists formally described 309 previously unknown freshwater fish species—almost one every day. The discoveries span five continents, from African rivers to Asian caves, highlighting the extent of life yet to be documented in freshwater ecosystems.
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Más de 300 nuevas especies de peces de agua dulce en un solo año

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Los ríos, lagos y humedales del planeta siguen revelando su riqueza biológica. Solo en 2025, científicos describieron oficialmente 309 nuevas especies de peces de agua dulce, casi una por día. Los hallazgos abarcan cinco continentes, desde ríos africanos hasta cuevas asiáticas, mostrando cuánta vida aún queda por descubrir bajo la superficie.

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