Two New ‘Bio-Warrior’ Species Discovered
In February 2026, researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), along with international experts, discovered two new marine worm species in the polluted coastal regions of Digha and Bankiput in Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, highlighting hidden biodiversity in the Bay of Bengal.
Key Points
- New Species: Two polychaete marine worms- Namalycastis solenotognatha and Nereis dhritiae, were discovered along the northern Bay of Bengal coast.
- Habitat Conditions: These species survive in polluted, sulfide-rich mudflats and submerged wooden structures.
About the Newly Discovered Species
Namalycastis solenotognatha:
- Named from Greek words meaning “channeled jaw”.
- Has a unique jaw structure with canal-like formations.
- Found on ....
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