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March 9, 2006

Furry 'lobster' found in Pacific

laun.jpgMarine biologists have discovered a crustacean in the South Pacific that resembles a lobster or crab covered in what looks like silky fur.

Kiwa hirsuta is so distinct from other species that scientists have created a new taxonomic family for it.

Read more from the BBC

Posted by nick at March 9, 2006 9:04 AM

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