New genus of wasp named after Sir David Attenborough to celebrate his 100th birthday
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New genus of wasp named after Sir David Attenborough to celebrate his 100th birthday

7 May 2026 · Originally published 7 May 2026 9/10 Original headline: Tiny parasitic wasp named after David Attenborough for his 100th birthday
Scientists at London's Natural History Museum have honoured Sir David Attenborough by naming a newly discovered genus of wasp after him. The tiny insect was found in the museum's vast collections by a dedicated volunteer and identified by a curator who was inspired to join the profession by Sir David's documentaries.
Source: Guardian Science Greater London
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