Meet the Vasuki Indicus: The largest snake to roam the Earth, earlier mistaken for a massive crocodile; IIT Roorkee researchers name it after the 'Vasuki Naag'

Meet the Vasuki Indicus: The largest snake to roam the Earth, earlier mistaken for a massive crocodile; IIT Roorkee researchers name it after the 'Vasuki Naag'

Unearthed in Gujarat, the fossils of Vasuki Indicus reveal a colossal serpent that roamed ancient India around forty-seven million years ago. With estimates suggesting lengths of up to fifteen meters, this remarkable creature surpassed even Titanoboa. Named after the mythological Vasuki Naag, it thrived in warm, swampy habitats, illustrating vital aspects of prehistoric life and ecosystems in India.