• A new species of snake named Calamaria garoensis has been discovered
  •         A new species of snake named Calamaria garoensis has been discovered.
  •         It was found in the Garo Hills region of Meghalaya.
  •       The discovery adds to the rich biodiversity of northeastern India.
  •         Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma praised the scientists for this discovery.
  •        The finding has gained significant attention.
  •        It highlights the ecological importance of the region.
  •       It also emphasizes the need for continued biodiversity research.

Calamaria garoensis

  •       Calamaria garoensis is a species of snake belonging to the genus Calamaria.
  •       Snakes of the Calamaria genus are small and secretive, often called “reed snakes.”
  •       They usually live underground or within leaf litter.
  •       Their hidden lifestyle makes them difficult to detect.
  •       Because of this, many species in this group remain undocumented.
  •     This new species was discovered during field surveys in the dense forests of the Garo Hills.
  • Its identification was confirmed through detailed taxonomic