Is the new rodent discovered in Laos as adorable as it sounds?

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The discussion revolves around a newly discovered species that scientists are struggling to classify. Participants express mixed feelings about the species' appearance, with some finding it cute while others describe it as ugly. There is a notable lack of photographs, with users expressing a desire for visual documentation, particularly a color photo. The conversation highlights the irony of the species being found in a market in Laos, suggesting that it was already known locally, which raises questions about the definition of "discovery." Overall, the dialogue reflects curiosity about the species and a humorous take on the scientists' predicament.
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This one is a cutie, even if the scientists are a bit unsure in how to classify it:
http://www.cnn.com/2005/TECH/science/05/12/new.species.ap/index.html
 
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Looks pretty ugly. Is there a photo?
 
I thought it was kinda cute, yes a color photo would be much better.
 
yomamma said:
Looks pretty ugly. Is there a photo?
There doesn't seem to be, and I wouldn't count on one until they find a live specimen.

Imagine the immasculation those scientists must have felt, not knowing anything of this animal, then finding some booth in Laos selling a dead one, presumably to be eaten...
 
Its a funny definition of 'discovered' they have there, being that it was 'found' in a market, and well known enough locally to have a name.
 
yomamma said:
Looks pretty ugly. Is there a photo?
Apart from slime eels, I find most animals cute.
 
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