"Vasuki Indicus: Unearthing India's Colossal 50-Foot Prehistoric Snake"

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"Vasuki Indicus: Unearthing India's Colossal 50-Foot Prehistoric Snake"
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Researchers have discovered the fossilized remains of a colossal prehistoric snake, named Vasuki indicus, in India, estimated to be between 36 to 50 feet in length. The snake, believed to be one of the largest ever, was likely a slow-moving ambush predator that lived in a warm, tropical climate. The findings shed light on the relationship between snake size and climate, suggesting that higher temperatures may have contributed to the snake's massive size.

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