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Similipal reserve releases rescued tiger cub into quarantine enclosure
Similipal Tiger Reserve moved a rescued 8-month-old Royal Bengal tiger cub into a quarantine enclosure to rebuild strength, relearn hunting and return to the wild.
7 aggressive tuskers in Dhenkanal forest div under round-the-clock surveillance
Dhenkanal forest division puts 7 aggressive tuskers under 24/7 watch; one radio-collared for real-time tracking amid rising human-elephant conflict in Odisha.
First in India: Captive-bred great Indian bustards released into wild in Jaisalmer
Two male Great Indian Bustards were released into the wild as part of a conservation effort. This release marks a significant milestone in India's wildlife protection initiatives. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted the scientific efforts l…
Cats wearing anti-hunting bibs cut activity 15%, but roaming stayed unchanged
Domestic cats can be effective hunters, and devices designed to reduce their success have increasingly been used as a way to limit predation on wildlife
Buxa tigress yet to make a kill, foresters won’t rush wild release
Buxa tigress BTR-TF1, relocated from Valmiki, is still acclimatising in an enclosure and hasn’t made a kill; tourism suspension extended till Oct 9.
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…
Scientists asked volunteers to live like earthworms, otters and kestrels for weeks; the strange experiment changed how they saw human landscapes
A project involved volunteers experiencing wildlife senses near the River Tone. Participants observed risks to red deer, otters, and other animals. They identified threats like dog activity and train noise impacting wildlife. This approach helps recognize ove…
Raj’s tiger population rises from 135 to 149 in a year
Rajasthan tiger population rises from 135 to 149 across five reserves; Ranthambore has 72. Officials cite successful breeding but warn of carrying capacity strains.
Tigress spotted in Udanti - Sitanadi Tiger Reserve after 8 years , new entry in Tiger Census 2026 records
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Stool testing launched to assess health status of endangered red pandas
MYAGDI: A study has begun in Myagdi to assess the health condition of the endangered red panda through stool sample testing in the Jaljala and Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve areas of Dhaulagiri Rural Municipality. With support from donor agency Toledo, the Biodive…
5 snake parks in India where travellers can spot rare and venomous species and how to reach them
Snakes have long fascinated people. These slithering creatures have been a part of India’s culture for years. While masses fear them, Indians worship them and are deeply connected to local folklore. But beyond myths, there are several snake parks in India whi…
Camera traps installed in Myagdi to monitor endangered Red Pandas
MYAGDI: Automatic cameras have been installed in the Jaljala area and Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve in Dhaulagiri Rural Municipality of Myagdi to study the status of the endangered red panda, locally known as ‘Habre’. With support from donor agency Toledoju, Biod…
Four cubs born to country’s 1st India-born cheetah found dead in Kuno
Four cubs born to India’s first India-born wild-breeding cheetah were found dead in Kuno National Park; officials suspect a leopard attack; probe underway.
‘Tourist-friendly’ tiger Pujari dies in territorial fight at Bandhavgarh, MP tiger toll reaches 33
Tourist-friendly tiger Pujari, 9, dies in suspected territorial fight at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve; MP tiger deaths in 2025 rise to 33.
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Elephant herds enter nightly, spreading fear in Bahundangi
JHAPA: Fear has gripped residents of Bahundangi and surrounding border areas in Mechinagar Municipality, Jhapa, after herds of elephants entering from India began raiding crops at night. For the past week, a group of around 30 to 40 elephants entering wards 1…
The ‘Big Four’ snakes of India and where travellers can spot them in the wild
India is home to more than 300 species of snakes. But there are four particular species which dominate the newspaper headlines for being deadly. The infamous “Big Four” are the Indian cobra, common krait, Russell’s viper, and saw-scaled viper. It’s a fact tha…
Bangladesh’s tigers stalk uncertain future in Sundarbans
Tigers are so feared in Bangladesh’s vast Sundarban mangroves that locals invoke spirits to protect against them. But experts say it is the big cats themselves that need defending. Abdul Goni Gazi was among the first to raise the alarm for the creatures strug…