New Fish Species Butis bargabhimae Discovered
Context and Discovery: A new fish species, Butis bargabhimae, has been discovered in the estuarine zone of the Rupnarayan River near Tamluk in West Bengal. The discovery was made by researchers from Tamralipta Mahavidyalaya and Vidyasagar University, highlighting India’s rich yet underexplored aquatic biodiversity. The species has been named after the local deity “Maa Bargabhima,” reflecting the tradition of linking scientific discoveries with cultural heritage.
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