Amisha Singh
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When we think of the color green in nature, plants are the first to come to mind. But the animal kingdom also boasts incredible green-colored species that use their vivid hues for camouflage, mating, or simply to dazzle.
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Green is the colour of life, growth, and balance—commonly associated with nature and renewal. Here's a closer look at some of the most beautiful and fascinating green animals on Earth.
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Green Vine Snake (Ahaetulla nasuta) Where Found: Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, and forests of peninsular India Highlights: A slender, bright green tree snake with pointed snout; mildly venomous and excellent at blending with foliage.
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Indian Tree Frog (Polypedates maculatus) Where Found: Throughout India, especially in gardens and wetlands Highlights: Light green with brown patches; known for its loud croaking and sticky feet adapted for climbing.
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Green Chromis (in Indian Ocean near Andaman and Nicobar Islands) Where Found: Coral reefs around Indian marine territories Highlights: Schooling reef fish with metallic green bodies; popular in marine aquariums and ecotourism dives.
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Bamboo Pit Viper (Trimeresurus gramineus) Where Found: Forested regions of South India Highlights: A venomous, bright green pit viper with heat-sensing pits near its nose; often found in trees or bamboo clusters.
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Rose-Ringed Parakeet (Psittacula krameri) Where Found: Common across urban and rural India Highlights: Vibrant green plumage and a red ring around the male’s neck; known for mimicry and sociability.
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Green Darner Dragonfly (Indian variant) Where Found: Ponds, marshes, and wetlands across India Highlights: Metallic green thorax with iridescent wings; excellent aerial hunters of mosquitoes and flies.
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Green Bee-Eater (Merops orientalis) Where Found: Throughout India, especially in open country and agricultural areas Highlights: Bright emerald-green plumage with a graceful body; feeds on bees and other flying insects.
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Green Snail (rare in Northeastern India) Where Found: Forest regions in Northeast India (e.g., Assam, Arunachal Pradesh) Highlights: Lime-green shell; part of rich and lesser-known mollusk biodiversity in India.
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