https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/someone-posted-an-instagram-selfie-scientists-spotted-a-giant-new-species-in-the-backgroundContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/someone-posted-an-instagram-selfie-scientists-spotted-a-giant-new-species-in-the-backgroundhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/someone-posted-an-instagram-selfie-scientists-spotted-a-giant-new-species-in-the-background#u117032Mon, 12 Oct 2026 02:05:43 +0000A giant waterlily species was discovered in Colombia after an American tourist posted an Instagram selfie with the plant in the background. Scientists identified the rare plant, which has nearly doubled the known species of giant waterlilies. The discovery was made by researchers who spotted the plant in the tourist's photo.Why it mattersThe discovery of the giant waterlily species highlights the importance of citizen science and the role of social media in aiding scientific research. Giant waterlilies are rare and often found in remote areas, making it difficult for scientists to discove