New Snail Species Discovered in Maharashtra's Tilari Region
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Discovery of new snail species Dicharax tilariensis in Maharashtra's Tilari region. |
| Scientific Name | Dicharax tilariensis |
| Researchers | Amrut Bhosale, Tejas Thackeray, Akshay Khandekar (Thackeray Wildlife Foundation). |
| Discovery Site | Near Swapnavel Point, Tilari region, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. |
| Size | Microscopic (few millimeters). |
| Distinctive Features | Elevated shell spire, unique rib patterns, inner shell swelling. |
| Habitat | Semi-evergreen forests, moist soil, decaying organic matter, beneath stones. |
| Ecological Role | Contributes to decomposition, nutrient cycling, and food web. |