New Freshwater Catfish Species Discovered in Manipur's Chandel District
Researchers from Dhanamanjuri University discovered a new freshwater catfish species, Exostoma nasibarbatum, in Manipur's Chandel district along the Indo-Myanmar border. Published in the Journal of Natural History, the species is notable for its elongated nasal barbel and adaptations for turbulent river habitats, including a flattened body and adhesive fins that help it cling to rocky surfaces. The discovery adds to the region's known fish diversity and highlights unique evolutionary traits suited to fast-flowing streams.
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