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Source: The post is based on the article “CUO researchers find rare freshwater species in Kolab river in Odisha” published in New Indian Express on 18th April 2023
What is the News?
Researchers from the Central University of Odisha (CUO) and the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have found rare freshwater fish in the Koraput district. The species has been named ‘Garra Laishrami’.
What is Garra Laishrami?
Garra Laishrami is a rare freshwater fish species found in the Kolab river.
The species was named after Dr Laishram Kosygin of the ZSI to honour his remarkable contributions to understanding the taxonomy of Indian freshwater fishes.
Characteristics: The species is edible and local people consume it.
– Besides, this fish is usually found under rocks, stones and boulders of torrential streams and rivers.
About Kolab River
Kolab River is one of the major rivers of Odisha. It is one of the major tributaries of Godavari river.
Its source is at Sinkaran hills of eastern Ghats in Koraput district.
