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Ancient 50-Foot Snake Fossil Redefines Evolutionary History

2/22/2025

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In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee unearthed the fossilized remains of a colossal 50-foot-long snake, Vasuki indicus. This ancient predator, identified from 27 vertebrae, reshapes our understanding of snake evolution and highlights the rich tapestry of ancient biodiversity and ecosystems.

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In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee unearthed the fossilized remains of a colossal 50-foot-long snake, Vasuki indicus. This ancient predator, identified from 27 vertebrae, reshapes our understanding of snake evolution and highlights the rich tapestry of ancient biodiversity and ecosystems.