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Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Researchers have rediscovered an elusive fish species thought to be extinct for 85 years
Researchers have rediscovered a rare fish species presumed to be extinct after it was not seen for more than eight decades. The last sighting of the Chel snakehead, or Channa amphibeus, was last recorded from specimens collected between 1918 and 1933 in the Himalayan region of India, leading scientists to believe the species had died out, according to a paper published recently in the journal Zootaxa. MORE: Giant tubeworms part of thriving ecosystem found under the seafloor in the Pacific But three specimens collected in 2024 -- as well as photographic evidence -- have confirmed that the species persisted over the last century despite remaining undetected. The specimens were located on the banks of the Chel River in the town of Kalimpong in West Bengal after researchers caught wind that it was being consumed by a local tribe, the paper states. There were repeated searches for the Chel snakehead in the last several decades, wildlife biologist Forrest Galante wrote on Instagram. It took months for the researchers to locate the fish, but they were able to positively confirm its existence. MORE: 'Starry night' toad rediscovered in Colombia after nearly 3 decades The Chel snakehead specimens were located in the Chel River system, the ecosystem in which it is endemic, according to the paper. The freshwater species -- considered the most elusive of the snakeheads -- is known for its bright green scales and yellow stripes. It is also the largest amount of snakeheads, according to the Thackeray Wildlife Foundation, the Mumbai-based wildlife conservation involved in the rediscovery. "The resolution of this long-standing mystery in Indian ichthyology reinforces the importance of continued exploration and highlights the persistence of biodiversity, even in species once thought lost to time," said Tejas Thackeray, founder of the Thackeray Wildlife Foundation, in a Facebook post. Researchers have rediscovered an elusive fish species thought to be extinct for 85 years originally appeared on
Miami Herald
07-02-2025
- Science
- Miami Herald
New species from depths of the ocean and animals rediscovered in the Himalayas: See them
The summaries below were drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All linked stories were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists. Unique creatures, odd animals and new species are discovered across the planet. Some are found lurking in remote corners of the world, while others have been hiding right under our noses. Learn more about some of the best new discoveries: 'Fanged' creatures — discovered in the dark — are new species in Indonesia. See them In the Meratus mountain range of Indonesia, researchers discovered two new species of fanged frogs, Limnonectes maanyanorum and Limnonectes nusantara. These frogs were found under the cover of darkness along streams and are known for their distinctive vampire-like fangs. | Published Jan. 31 | Read More | 'Elusive' creature was missing in Himalayas for 91 years — until angler caught one The Channa amphibeus, a snakehead fish thought to be extinct, was rediscovered in West Bengal, India, after being missing for 91 years. This rare fish, known for its vibrant colors and unique features, was found in the Kalimpong District, nestled between Nepal and Bhutan. | Published Feb. 3 | Read More | Colorful creature found 'basking' in sun on uninhabited island. It's a new species On Scawfell Island off Australia's northeastern coast, a new species of skink, Lampropholis isla, was discovered basking in the sun. This vibrant lizard, known as the Scawfell Island sun skink, was found in the island's rainforest areas. | Published Jan. 30 | Read More | Spiky 'large'-eyed creature found hunting near windmills in India. It's a new species In Maharashtra, India, a new species named Amarasinghe's house gecko, or Hemidactylus amarasinghei, was found near the Chalkewadi Windmill Farm. This spiky, medium-sized gecko was discovered in rocky patches and is notable for its 'large' brown eyes. | Published Feb. 3 | Read More | 'Long' purple sea creature — with 24 'feet' — pulled from depths. It's a new species A new species of sea cucumber, Laetmogone multiradiolus, was discovered in the Kermadec Trench in the South Pacific Ocean. This 'long,' purple creature with 24 tube feet was found 3.5 miles deep in the ocean. | Published Jan. 31 | Read More | McClatchy News continues to follow the discovery of the most unusual and intriguing new species. Check back for the latest studies.
