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Cyrtodactylus raimonaensis

April 14, 2026

Recently, new species of bent-toed gecko has been discovered in Assam and reseaechers named it as "Cyrtodactylus raimonaensis".

About Cyrtodactylus raimonaensis:

  • It is a species of bent-toed gecko.
  • It belongs to the Cyrtodactylus genus which is amongst the largest groups of geckos worldwide.
  • It has been found near Raimona National Park in Kokrajhar district, Assam and named after the park itself.

Key Facts Raimona National Park

  • Location: It is located in the north-western part of Assam.
  • It lies along the India-Bhutan border and is situated at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas. 
  • It is connected with Phibsoo Wildlife Sanctuary and Jigme Singye Wangchuck National Park.
  • Rivers:
    • The Sankosh River flows along the western boundary.
    • The Saralbhanga River lies on the eastern side.
    • Pekua River forms the southern boundary.
  • Vegetation: Moist Sal forests, Sub-Himalayan semi-evergreen forests, Moist mixed deciduous forests, Savannah forests.
  • Flora: Many orchid species and Riverine grasslands
  • Fauna: It is famous for the Golden Langur, Asian Elephant and Bengal Tiger

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