Ten-Million-Year-Old Batfish Species Discovered in Panama

paleontologist examining a small fossil fish skull in rock at a Panama research table

PANAMA, August 25, 2026 — Researchers have identified a new fossil batfish species in Panama from remains estimated to be around ten million years old.

paleontologist examining a small fossil fish skull in rock at a Panama research table

The fossil is the head of a fish from the Dactylopteridae family, commonly known as flying gurnards or batfish. The discovery adds evidence about ancient marine ecosystems in the region.

The source report was published on August 24, 2026. Panama Now Online will follow official updates as the story develops.

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