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Arunachal Discovers Rare Bees
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 15 Jul 2026, 03:19 AM
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Two new rare bee species have been discovered in Arunachal during the Siang Expedition. One species is named after the Adi community.
In a significant discovery, two new rare bee species have been found in Arunachal Pradesh. The discovery was made during the Siang Expedition, which aimed to explore the region's biodiversity. The findings highlight the rich natural heritage of the state. One of the newly discovered species has been named after the Adi community, which is an indigenous tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. This gesture recognizes the community's contribution to the conservation of the region's ecosystem.