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Bengal Coast Reveals Two New Marine Worms
5 Feb
Summary
- Two new marine worm species discovered in West Bengal's coastal waters.
- Species found in polluted habitats, indicating polychaete resilience.
- Worms may serve as vital bioindicators for coastal health monitoring.
Researchers from the Zoological Survey of India, in collaboration with international experts, have announced the discovery of two new species of marine worms from the coastal waters of West Bengal. These findings, originating from the Digha and Bankiput regions, shed light on the significant marine biodiversity present in the northern Bay of Bengal.
The study details unique characteristics of these newly identified nereidids. One species, named for its specialized jaws, thrives in extreme environments like sulphide-rich mudflats. The other has been named in honor of Dhriti Banerjee, the first female director of the Zoological Survey of India, and was found on wooden dock piles.
