Q. Recently Scientists discovered the world’s largest known subterranean fish in a cave in which of the following state?
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[A] Andhra Pradesh

[B] Kerala

[C] Meghalaya

[D] Tripura

Answer: C
Notes:

Scientists have discovered the world’s largest known subterranean fish in a cave in Meghalaya.  

  • It is nearly five times the mean length (8.5 cm) for all known subterranean fish to date.  
  • It is closely related to a surface-dwelling fish known as the golden mahseer.  
  • The cavefish lack pigmentation and their eyes are poorly developed or even non-existent. 

Source: The Hindu 


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