The Olinguito

          The olinguito, or Bassaricyon neblina, is a species of procyonid endemic to the cloud forests of Columbia and Peru. In 2013, this arboreal critter became the first member of the order Carnivora discovered in over 35 years. Previously thought to be an olingo, an olinguito was uncovered in Chicago's Field Museum. The specimen's DNA was tested, and it was confirmed that it was it's own distinct species. The olinguito is omnivorous, feeding upon fruit, nectar, and insects. So far, four different subspecies have been described: B. n. neblina, B. n. osborni, B. n. hershkovitzi, and B. n. ruber. Currently, it is unknown whether olinguitos are at risk to deforestation, but with growing agricultural industries, they may soon be. For more information on the discovery, visit this site: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/for-the-first-time-in-35-years-a-new-carnivorous-mammal-species-is-discovered-in-the-americas-48047/?no-ist