- Scientists have identified Selenocosmia meghalayensis, a striking metallic-blue tarantula from the Khasi Hills and Garo Hills, as a species new to science.
- With this discovery, India now has three recognised species of the genus Selenocosmia.
- Selenocosmia meghalayensis is the only species of the genus recorded from the karst and limestone landscapes of Northeast India, highlighting the region’s unique biodiversity.
- The discovery underscores the ecological significance of Meghalaya’s cave and limestone ecosystems and the need for their conservation.
APSC Relevance: Biodiversity; Species Discovery
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