Real-Life Harry Potter Snake: Salazar Pit Viper Found in Kaziranga National Park
A bright green snake, named after Salazar Slytherin, has been discovered in Assam’s Kaziranga National Park. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared the news on his official X account, describing the reptile as a "super cool" discovery. Summarized Insights: • Salazar Pit Viper discovered in Kaziranga. • Snake named after Harry Potter’s Salazar Slytherin. • Discovery highlights Kaziranga’s rich biodiversity. • Floods in Kaziranga threaten wildlife survival. • Conservation efforts crucial for preserving species. The Salazar Pit Viper, or Trimeresurus Salazar, boasts a striking appearance with its green body and a distinctive red-orange stripe on its head, reminiscent of the magical world created by J.K. Rowling. The snake was first spotted in 2019 in Arunachal Pradesh and was named after Salazar Slytherin, one of the founders of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This connection to the Harry Potter series has sparked exci...
