Bascanichthys chepakakiensis is a newly discovered snake eel species from the Bay of Bengal. Found near Kakinada, it represents only the second Bascanichthys species recorded in Indian waters and highlights the rich marine biodiversity of India's eastern coast.
Click to View MoreScientists from the Zoological Survey of India discovered a new cascade-dwelling frog, Amolops kamal, in Nagaland’s Kiphire district.
Click to View MoreScientists from the Zoological Survey of India recently discovered a new leopard gecko species, Eublepharis jhuma, in Bihar’s Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary. Protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, this finding highlights India's rich, yet threatened, herpetofaunal biodiversity.
Click to View MoreThe discovery of Neoloboptera peninsularis in Maharashtra highlights integrative taxonomy, combining DNA barcoding with morphological analysis. This non-pest species plays a vital ecological role in nutrient recycling, showcasing how technological interventions can bridge gaps in biodiversity mapping and conservation.
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