Guwahati, April 13 -- In a significant scientific discovery, researchers have identified a new species of bent-toed gecko, Cyrtodactylus raimonaensis, in the Kachugaon region of Kokrajhar district near Raimona National Park in Assam.

The discovery highlights the rich but still largely unexplored biodiversity of the region and underscores the ecological importance of the Eastern Himalayan foothills.

The newly identified species belongs to the Cyrtodactylus genus, a highly diverse group of geckos found across South and Southeast Asia. Researchers said the species displays distinct morphological traits that clearly differentiate it from previously known geckos, making it a notable addition to India's reptile fauna.

The discovery site fall...