Coverage of the newly described ant Species

The Times of India – Goa edition featured coverage of the newly described ant species, highlighting its discovery and the significance of forest floor leaf litter as a vital microhabitat for biodiversity. This media attention, thanks to journalist @nida_sayed21, brings much-needed focus to the ecological importance of these often-overlooked habitats. The article aims to raise public awareness about the role of leaf litter in supporting diverse species and underscores the need for its conservation within India’s forests.

New species of ant, Tapinoma oanaele, discovered in Karnataka's Western Ghats, highlights the vital role of forest floor leaf litter in biodiversity.