Eravikulam National Park
- Scientists have discovered two new species of earthworms of the primitive Drawida genus from the southern Western Ghats.
- One of the new species, Drawida polydiverticulata, has more than two lobes in its reproductive organs, distinguishing it clearly from other species of earthworms. This species is widespread in the shola-grasslands of Idukki district, including Eravikulam National Park, Pampadum Shola National Park, and Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Eravikulam National Park is a 97 km2 national park located along the Western Ghats in the Idukki district of Kerala in India.
- It is the first national park in Kerala and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ....
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