1. Solenodon (2013): The Hispaniolan solenodon, a venomous mammal found in Hispaniola (Haiti and Dominican Republic), was discovered by a team of researchers in 2013.
2. Cerulean Paradise-Flycatcher (2014): This vivid blue bird was discovered in tropical forests in Papua New Guinea in 2014 by ornithologists from the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.
3. Okapi's Kin in Congo Basin (2019): Scientists confirmed a new okapi species in the rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2019.
4. Pongo tapanuliensis (2017): This species of critically endangered great ape known as the Tapanuli orangutan was recognized as distinct from the Bornean and Sumatran orangutans in 2017.
5. Sphenodon punctatus (2019): This unique species of lizard, often called the "living fossil," was rediscovered in New Zealand's remote North Island in 2019 after being presumed extinct for a period.
6. Sacalia pseudocellata (2021): This fish species was discovered in a remote region of Arunachal Pradesh, India. It belongs to the family Cyprinidae and has striking color patterns and unique body shape.
These discoveries showcase the ongoing efforts of scientists and researchers who are continually exploring diverse ecosystems and striving to expand our understanding of the animal kingdom.