Scientists Identify Four New Marine Snail Species Near Namibia

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Published: 2026-10-22
Category: science
Source: European Journal of Taxonomy
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Researchers have described four previously unknown species of marine gastropods from the genus *Gibberula* off Namibia's coast. Named *Gibberula oshishani*, *G. evukule*, *G. ehodhi*, and *G. heyali*, these species are endemic to the region. This discovery significantly enhances understanding of Namibia's marine biodiversity, particularly in an underexplored area.

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