{
  "id": 2537931,
  "title": "Why scientists named a newly discovered snake after Guns N' Roses' Slash",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/why-scientists-named-a-newly-discovered-snake-after-guns-n-roses-slash",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-22T07:46:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/a-new-snake-species-discovered-in-the-jungle-has-been-named-after-guns-n-roses-guitarist-slash-heres-why-scientists-chose-the-rock-stars-name/articleshow/133419791.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "In a fascinating discovery, scientists have unveiled a new non-venomous snake species from New Guinea, named Lielaphis slashi. This remarkable naming pays tribute to Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, also known as Saul Hudson, who has always been captivated by reptiles and the natural world. First encountered during past fieldwork, this small ground-dwelling snake signifies the incredible…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}