Gigantic Prehistoric Snake Discovered in India

Published: 2026-04-29
Category: science
Source: ScienceDaily
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Researchers in India have unearthed the fossilized remains of *Vasuki indicus*, an enormous ancient snake. Estimated to measure between 11 and 15 meters, its size potentially rivals that of *Titanoboa*, one of the largest known snakes. This species lived approximately 47 million years ago and is believed to have been a slow, ambush predator.

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