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Only two species can survive in Great Salt Lake? Scientist says — hold my Nalgene

By Henry Larson,
Justine Kenin
Published December 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM PST

Scientist Julie Jung set out on a hike along the Great Salt Lake to find nematodes. She ended up discovering a new species.

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Justine Kenin is an editor on All Things Considered. She joined NPR in 1999 as an intern. Nothing makes her happier than getting a book in the right reader's hands – most especially her own.
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