A previously unknown species of ancient marine mollusc has been identified off the South Korean coast. Chitons have remained virtually unchanged for the last 300 million years and have a shell composed of eight interlocking plates that resemble suits of armor. The discovery once again highlights how many wonders are still waiting to be found.
(c) Tasha Kostyuk

Nouvelle espèce de mollusque ancien découverte en Corée

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Un chiton, espèce de mollusque marin restée inchangée depuis 300 millions d’années, vient d’être identifié au large de la Corée du Sud. Ce spécimen possède une coquille articulée en huit plaques évoquant une armure. Cette découverte incroyable rappelle l’immensité des merveilles naturelles qu’il nous reste à explorer.

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