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In the misty hills of Meghalaya, scientists have recently identified two new species of bush frogs — Raorchestes jadoh and Raorchestes jakoid. Instead of naming them after distant Latin roots or foreign scientists, they chose to celebrate Khasi culture. This is not just biodiversity news. It’s a moment when language, food and nature hop together into headline-making conservation.

What do we know about Raorchestes frogs?

The newly discovered frogs belong to the genus Raorchestes, known for their small size and unusual life cycle — they bypass the tadpole stage completely, hatching into tiny adult frogs. One species has been named Raorchestes jakoid, using the Khasi word for “frog.” Its sibling is called Raorchestes jadoh, after jadoh, a traditional Khasi rice-and-meat dish central to local........

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