New species of fly has been named in Mr Mandela's honour: Leptomorphus mandelai by Dr C Borkent
- ZA COM MR-T-8-2-1949
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- 2012
Part of Nelson Mandela Tributes
In recognition of Mr Mandela's role in ending Apartheid and for his advocacy of peace, reconciliation and social justice. The unique specimen of this new species was collected in KwaZulu Natal and is the only species of this genus known from South Africa