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2024-03-04 Science

74.

Where was the new species of Amazon Anaconda discovered?

Ecuador’s rainforest

Brazil's grasslands

Colombia's mountains

Peru's desert

Answer: Option

Explanation:

The new species of Amazon Anaconda, named Eunectes Akiyama, was discovered in Ecuador’s rainforest. Researchers uncovered this distinct species, Eunectes Akiyama, which split from its closest relatives 10 million years ago, showcasing significant genetic divergence despite visual similarities to the previously known species.