Researchers Unveil Three New Species Of Colorful 'Miniature Dragons'

Kimberly Solis
Thu, 30 Apr 2015 12:11:44 -0700

Researchers recently reported the discovery of three new species of dragons in the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador and Peru. However, don't run for cover yet, for these are not fire-breathing beasts that kidnap fair maidens and battle knights in shining armor. Instead, they are just tiny wood lizards that are often referred to as 'miniature dragons' thanks to their close resemblance to the mythical creatures.