Huat Zai Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 We hope you’re not afraid of cockroaches like this writer is, because a new species has been found, right here in Singapore. The Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology, where the finding was first published, calls the species Nocticola pheromosa. The name apparently comes from Pheromosa, a bug-type Pokémon from Pokémon Sun and Moon, the seventh generation series of the uber-popular gaming franchise. First found in Bukit Timah, but origins presently unknown Perhaps a good thing about the discovery is that it was first reported somewhere in the forests of Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, away from most residences. Mr Foo Maosheng, an entomologist, examined the specimens after their collection sometime between 2016 and 2017 during an insect survey, noted The Straits Times (ST). Source: Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology Hoping to identify the creature, Mr Foo met a dead end when he realised that there were no prior records of it. That was when Filipino entomologist Cristian C Lucanas came across Mr Foo’s photographs on The Biodiversity of Singapore website. Mr Lucanas then reached out to Mr Foo and collaborated on some findings which they published online on 27 Feb. Some similarities with existing species For now, scientists have only identified the similarities the new species bears to the existing Nocticola adebratti Roth species. They apparently have similar sizes and wing shapes, but different vein arrangements on their wings, and male genital structure. Source: Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology With the latest discovery, scientists have identified a total of 25 different species of cockroaches. According to the journal, these species hail from Africa, India, mainland and Southeast Asia, as well as Australia. Of course, Mr Foo and Mr Lucanas helped with the naming of Nocticola pheromosa as both are huge Pokémon fans. In a Facebook post, the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum revealed that the Pokémon drew inspiration from “a freshly-moulted American cockroach”. Source: Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum on Facebook While some of us may be unfamiliar with the character, one could possibly attribute the likeness to the majestic wings both the actual insect and the Pokémon have. Other than that, it largely looks like a regular cockroach. Therefore, those who fear such insects will probably have no trouble spotting and avoiding them. https://mustsharenews.com/new-cockroach-species-singapore/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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coffeenut Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 (edited) Next time SG send "beauty & brains" to Miss Universe or Miss World pageants can consider basing the national costume on this char .. layered tube just right for A 🏆 Edited March 9, 2023 by coffeenut 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classyNfabulous Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 yikes all the mao mao thingy sticking out in strands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Huat Zai Posted March 9, 2023 Author Share Posted March 9, 2023 5 minutes ago, coffeenut said: http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2018-03/26/c_137067148.htm imagine if you make a plate of date roaches with one of them stuffed with an actual roach, chocolate roulette. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coffee_O Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 wah nowadays we not only import Ftrash from other countries. we import roaches also ah?!?!?!?1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamfer Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 (edited) 10 hours ago, coffeenut said: Next time SG send "beauty & brains" to Miss Universe or Miss World pageants can consider basing the national costume on this char .. layered tube just right for A 🏆 Not a bad idea for a dress Edited March 9, 2023 by chamfer 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODACHEK Posted March 10, 2023 Share Posted March 10, 2023 On 3/9/2023 at 10:44 AM, ManOfTheHour said: 3 TVB for life... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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