New Fish Species Butis bargabhimai: DNA Reveals Unique Hunting & Camouflage Abilities

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New Fish Species 'Butis borgabhimai' Discovered in Rupnarayan River, DNA Test Reveals

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News18•16-03-2026, 17:23

New Fish Species 'Butis borgabhimai' Discovered in Rupnarayan River, DNA Test Reveals

•Scientists identify 'Butis borgabhimai', a new fish species, in West Bengal's Rupnarayan River near Tamluk.
•Named in honor of Tamluk's revered deity, Mata Bargabhima, linking scientific discovery with local tradition.
•The fish, locally known as 'Bele', exhibits unique camouflage abilities and hunts actively from evening to night.
•Research by Tamralipta Mahavidyalaya, led by Tanmay Bhattacharya, confirmed the species via DNA tests.
•Discovery published in an international science journal, highlighting the river's biodiversity and pollution concerns.

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