# Fact-Checking This Unicorn Claim

This story is **not true**. Here's why:

## Red Flags:
- **No credible source cited** - Real scientific discoveries are published in peer-reviewed journals and announced by research institutions
- **Unicorns are mythological** - No evidence has ever supported their existence as biological creatures
- **Vague details** - "A remote valley" without specific location, researcher names, or institution
- **Sensational language** - "Shocking finding" is typical of fake news, not scientific reporting

## Likely Origin:
This appears to be either:
1. A creative writing exercise
2. A test to see if I'll validate false information
3. Reference to a satirical article

## Real Scientific Discoveries:
When scientists discover new species, announcements include:
- Specific researcher/institution names
- Geographic coordinates
- Physical evidence (photos, specimens)
- Peer-reviewed publication details
- DNA/biological analysis

If you're interested in actual newly discovered species or the cultural history of unicorn mythology, I'd be happy to discuss those instead!
