Rare albino Asian water snake spotted in Assam: Insights into snake genetics, survival and biodiversity

A rare albino Asian water snake, a checkered keelback, was discovered near Guwahati, Assam. This juvenile snake, measuring 290mm, exhibits pale scales and red eyes due to a lack of melanin. Safely released into a protected forest, its sighting offers valuable insights into genetic variations and survival in the wild.

Rare albino Asian water snake spotted in Assam: Insights into snake genetics, survival and biodiversity
A rare albino Asian water snake, a checkered keelback, was discovered near Guwahati, Assam. This juvenile snake, measuring 290mm, exhibits pale scales and red eyes due to a lack of melanin. Safely released into a protected forest, its sighting offers valuable insights into genetic variations and survival in the wild.