Not only is this species new to science, but this remarkable individual is the first record of a rare biological phenomenon in this previously unknown species.
The new species was given the name Damarchus inazuma, in recognition of the rare gynandromorph.
“The species is named after Inazuma, a character from the Japanese manga ‘One Piece,’ known for the ability to change sex between male and female. The Inazuma style is characterized by bilateral asymmetry, presenting distinct coloration with orange on the left side and white on the right side,” Mr Kunsete, Natapot and collaborators wrote in their study. “This color arrangement closely mirrors the sexual dimorphism observed in this species, with males exhibiting white coloration and females displaying orange.”
Very cool background/reference for a species name!
Very cool background/reference for a species name!
Oh wow we both posted this quote less than 20 seconds apart!!
I thought they really buried one of the ledes, though this species has three cool features
Yeah, the whole story is filled with cool info!