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Marine Tardigrade

September 24 , 2023 299 days 397 0
  • Researchers have identified a new species of marine tardigrade.
  • They have named after the late former President and scientist A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
  • Tardigrades are extremely tiny animals whose size is measured in micrometres.
  • They are known for their extraordinary resilience and survival instincts.
  • The new species were discovered from Mandapam in south-east Tamil Nadu.
  • They belong to the genus Batillipes and has been named Batillipes kalami.

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