CAUGHT FISH: Researchers Name Tiny Catfish After Indian Villagers Who Helped Trap Them

Image shows the newly discovered, subterranean fish species Horaglanis populi, undated photo. It was discovered with the help of the locals in the state of Kerala, India. Note: Licensed content. (C. P. Arjun/Newsflash) Image shows the newly discovered, subterranean fish species Horaglanis populi, undated photo. It was discovered with the help of the locals in the state of Kerala, India. Note: Licensed content. (C. P. Arjun/Newsflash)
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16 February 2023
Scientists have named a tiny endangered catfish species after Indian locals after they helped them find it in wells and underground water channels. The team of German and Indian researchers made the fascinating discovery when they analysed small airbreathing Horaglanis catfish in the state...