Top 7 Newly Discovered Animal Species - Page 3 of 10

Pheidole Drogon

The Pheidole Drogon is a new ant species that resemble Khaleesi’s fire breathing dragons from the Game of Thrones Series, hence the name. The new ant species were firstly discovered in Papua New Guinea. They look unique with spiny barbs along their backs and shoulders that protect them against predators. Scientists were able to identify the Pheidole Drogon using 3D imaging technology. Researchers believe that the unusual set of muscles beneath the spiny barbs are there to help the ants hold up their oversized heads which are already packed with muscles to help them lift heavy and large objects.