“This specimen of Pholis clemensi is a true treasure. Why? Because it is a “holotype” – the original specimen used to describe this species as new to science (in 1964 for P. clemensi). Holotypes are, therefore, fundamental to how we attach names to biodiversity and to monitor its persistence through time.”

Dr. Rick Taylor, Professor of Zoology; Director of the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC.