The vast Kutch region in Gujarat has been a significant site for fossil discoveries in recent years. Last week, another one joined the list. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee recently announced the discovery of fossils belonging to one of the largest snakes ever to exist. These fossils were found in the Panandhro Lignite Mine in Kutch and date back to the Middle Eocene period, around 47 million years ago. The findings were published in the journal Scientific Reports.
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Researchers Discover Fossil Of Largest Ever Snake In Kutch
The remains were found in the Panandhro Lignite Mine in Kutch and date back to the Middle Eocene period, around 47 million years ago.
OT Staff
22 April 2024
The species is believed to have been as large as the longest snake ever (For representational purpose only)
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The species is believed to have been as large as the longest snake ever (For representational purpose only)
Photo: Shutterstock
