A new species of cave-dwelling loach, Schistura densiclava, has been discovered in Meghalaya by researchers from Gauhati University and Lady Keane College, marking the sixth such discovery from the state known for its rich subterranean biodiversity.
The discovery was led by Dr Kangkan Sarma and his team from Gauhati University. Announcing the find on X, the university noted that this is the ninth new fish species identified by the team.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma commended the researchers and said the discovery highlights the state’s unique and diverse ecosystem.
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Ngi shait khot Doh syngkai ia u ne bun bha shane
In jaintia Hills we call doh Lyngkdoin.
This fish we called doh syngkai found in my village Ñiamsang p.o tyrsad east khasi hill,meghalaya
Come and meet me we will go to see
In my village we call this fish u Triang
This fish is not new in Meghalaya, we can find in plenty, not only in cave.
This Fish is very common in Darjeeling Kalimpong region.
We call (doh syngkai / dohsher)
Congratulations Dr. Kangkan Sarma & Tean
Contact me and I’ll give you KGs of that fish species.
new?? that’s the oldest(first) fish I’ve seen.