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UT launches wildlife week with Sukhna walkathon
Chandigarh launches Wildlife Week 2026 with Sukhna Lake walkathon; UT Wildlife Survey Report released, conservationists honoured, and week-long awareness events announced.
Finding of new species makes north Western Ghats caecilian biodiversity hotspot
New caecilian species Gegeneophis chandgadi found near homes in north Western Ghats, boosting biodiversity hotspot status and highlighting hidden amphibians.
Scientists analysed DNA from 38 wild cats and discovered one was a species nobody had recognised; the 3-pound Bolivian cat is the first new living feline described in over a century
Scientists analysed DNA from 38 wild cats and discovered one was a species nobody had recognised; the 3-pound Bolivian cat is the first new living feline described in over a century
Repatriate the rescued baby orangutans immediately: Wildlife experts
Conservation specialists are calling for the return of rehabilitated orangutans to Indonesia, stressing that these young animals need tailored nutrition and dedicated caretakers. Living in captivity can result in detrimental psychological and physical effects…
In 2006, NBA star Yao Ming publicly rejected shark-fin soup; WildAid later reported consumption across mainland China had fallen by 80% since 2011
Yao Ming championed a vital conservation movement against shark-fin soup in China, seeking to change the elite image associated with the dish. This campaign, bolstered by government cutbacks and limits on lavish banquets, saw a significant drop in consumption…
A former fuel-tank farm beside an Alaska national park visitor center has been erased; a young conservation crew restored 15,000 square yards of landscape and built 500 feet of new trail
A former fuel-tank farm beside an Alaska national park visitor center has been erased; a young conservation crew restored 15,000 square yards of landscape and built 500 feet of new trail
What is the deadliest tiger?
What is the Deadliest Tiger? The deadliest tiger isn’t a specific individual, but rather populations or individuals that, due to circumstances of habitat loss, prey depletion, or human encroachment, are driven to prey upon humans, resulting in a higher freque…
Every winter, West Virginia collects families’ discarded Christmas trees and sinks them in state lakes; the branches replace woody cover used by young fish
West Virginia has taken the initiative to recycle real Christmas trees, creating much-needed underwater habitats for fish. These submerged trees serve as vital shelters and foraging areas, compensating for the lack of natural structures in reservoirs. Fisheri…
Fading fragrance of Marayoor
The sandalwood trees of Marayoor face significant threats from a debilitating disease and changing climate conditions, severely affecting their health and oil yield. Additionally, natural predators and illicit actions pose further risks to this precious resou…
Stunning Camera Trap Survey Captures Elusive Snow Leopards Across China
A camera trap survey led by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) in remote parts of China has shed light on the elusive snow leopard. [Read More]
India adds 709 new species to its faunal database in 2025 , 353 taxa to its flora
For the first time, biologists observe a humpback whale crossing the Arabian Sea
A female Arabian Sea humpback whale called Luban covered about 4,350 miles on her return trip. The post For the first time, biologists observe a humpback whale crossing the Arabian Sea appeared first on Popular Science.
Mann ki Baat : PM Modi praises athletes , dolphin conservation , traditional summer drinks
The Bhutanese Football Club Fighting to Save a Critically Endangered Bird from Extinction
Every time a player on Bhutan's Thimphu City Football Club scores a goal this season, they're racking up funding for white-bellied heron conservation efforts. TriplePundit
6 incredible Indian villages where humans and wildlife coexist closely
For decades, the Indian wildlife tourism playbook was incredibly rigid: book a safari gypsy, enter a heavily fenced national park, snap photos of animals from a safe distance, and retreat to your luxury resort long before sunset. The unwritten rule was that h…
Biodiversity begins at home: How local action can create global impact
Biodiversity is crucial for human survival, yet it's declining rapidly due to human actions. India is strengthening its conservation efforts, with local communities playing a vital role. Initiatives like restoring coastal ecosystems and creating micro-forests…
The Island Time Forgot: Why Madagascar Is Home to Wildlife You Won’t Find Anywhere Else on Earth
Efforts are being made to protect this island, hopefully they will be enough. The post The Island Time Forgot: Why Madagascar Is Home to Wildlife You Won’t Find Anywhere Else on Earth appeared first on TwistedSifter.