09Jun 2026

Bascanichthys chepakakiensis: New Snake Eel Species

BASCANICHTHYS CHEPAKAKIENSIS Why in the News? New Discovery: Marine scientists have discovered a new species of snake eel named Bascanichthys chepakakiensis. Location: The species was identified from Kakinada Fishing Harbour, Andhra Pradesh. Scientific Significance: It is only the second species of the genus Bascanichthys reported from Indian waters. BASCANICHTHYS CHEPAKAKIENSIS: Nomenclature: The name combines the …

01Dec 2025

New Species Discoveries Spotlight Great Nicobar Biodiversity Richness

New Species Discoveries Spotlight Great Nicobar Biodiversity Richness Why in the News ? Recent discoveries of a new wolf snake species and a potentially new bird species from the Great Nicobar Island project site have renewed scientific concerns about the island’s ecological sensitivity, restricted-range species, and rapidly increasing biodiversity findings since 2021. Latest Species Discoveries …

05Nov 2025

New Jumping Spider Species Found Karnataka

New Species of Jumping Spider Found in Karnataka Why in the News ? Researchers have discovered a new jumping spider species, Pilia malenadu, in Madhugundi village of Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka, marking the first discovery in the Pilia genus after 123 years. The finding highlights the rich biodiversity and ecological health of the Western Ghats, emphasizing the …

29Mar 2025

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Channa nachi: New Snakehead Fish Discovered in Meghalaya

Why in News ? Channa nachi, a newly discovered snakehead fish species from Meghalaya, India, features a unique bicolor pattern and distinctive markings. Its discovery highlights the ecological importance of conserving freshwater habitats and enriching India’s aquatic biodiversity. Habitat and Discovery: Channa nachi, a newly identified species of snakehead fish, has been discovered in Meghalaya, …

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Bascanichthys chepakakiensis: New Snake Eel Species

New Species Discoveries Spotlight Great Nicobar Biodiversity Richness

New Jumping Spider Species Found Karnataka

Channa nachi: New Snakehead Fish Discovered in Meghalaya

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