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Extinct Snakehead Fish Discovered in Assam: Urgent Conservation Needed

3/2/2025

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In a thrilling turn of events, researchers have found the Channa amphibeus, a snakehead fish thought to be extinct for over 80 years, in Assam, India. This remarkable discovery not only underscores the vital role of biodiversity but also sparks curiosity about other hidden species. Yet, the fish's habitat is under siege from urbanization and pollution, highlighting an urgent call for conservation action.

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In a thrilling turn of events, researchers have found the Channa amphibeus, a snakehead fish thought to be extinct for over 80 years, in Assam, India. This remarkable discovery not only underscores the vital role of biodiversity but also sparks curiosity about other hidden species. Yet, the fish's habitat is under siege from urbanization and pollution, highlighting an urgent call for conservation action.