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Spathaspina noohi
June 12 , 2025
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- The insect, named Spathaspina noohi, belongs to the weevil family discovered from the forests of Meghalaya.
- This is not only been identified as a new species but also classified under an entirely new genus.
- Its name honors P B Nooh, IAS, Director of Tourism for the Government of Kerala, in recognition of his efforts to promote eco-tourism and sustainable development.
- The Weevils are part of the large beetle family Curculionidae, which includes over 60,000 known species globally.
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