News: Cephalopods, such as octopuses and squids, are increasingly recognized for their intelligence. This has sparked calls for humane treatment regulations comparable to those for vertebrates. Cephalopods Explaination About Cephalopods: Cephalopods are a class within the phylum Mollusca, which includes octopuses, squids, cuttlefish, and nautiluses. Cephalopods are cold-blooded (ectothermic), meaning their body temperature is regulated… Continue reading Cephalopods Explaination
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Wroughton’s free-tailed Bat
News: Wroughton’s free-tailed Bat (Otomops wroughtoni) has been sighted for the first time in northern India at Delhi’s Yamuna Biodiversity Park. About Wroughton’s free-tailed Bat It is a highly rare species of molossid bat. Characteristics: This species is distinguished by its large size, prominent ears extending beyond the muzzle, and bicolored velvet-like fur. Habitat- The… Continue reading Wroughton’s free-tailed Bat
Laysan albatross
News: Wisdom, a 74-year-old Laysan albatross and the world’s oldest known wild bird, has laid what experts believe to be her 60th egg. About Laysan albatross Laysan Albatross (Phoebastria immutabilis) is a pelagic bird found predominantly in the North Pacific Ocean. Approximately 99.7% of the population nests in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, with Midway Atoll… Continue reading Laysan albatross
Red-breasted Flycatcher
News: The Red-Breasted Flycatcher, a migratory bird from Eastern Europe, was recently spotted at Ameenpur Lake in Hyderabad. About Red-breasted Flycatcher 1. Scientific name-Ficedula parva 2. It is a small (11-12 cm) passerine bird in the Old World flycatcher family. 3. It can be found occasionally feeding on figs (banyan, peepal) in our urban gardens. 4.… Continue reading Red-breasted Flycatcher
Asiatic Lion
News: A study reveals Asiatic Lions in Gujarat coexist with humans through mutual adaptation, legal protection, economic incentives among others. About Asiatic Lion 1. The Asiatic Lion, also called the Persian Lion or Indian Lion, is a subspecies of Panthera leo leo found only in India. 2. Habitat– They are confined to the Gir National… Continue reading Asiatic Lion
Rediscovery of the Giant Salmon Carp in the Mekong River
Source: This post on Rediscovery of the Giant Salmon Carp in the Mekong River has been created based on the article “Giant fish thought to be extinct is spotted in the Mekong River” published in Indian Express on 25th October 2024. Why in news? The giant salmon carp (Aaptosyax grypus), once thought to be extinct has… Continue reading Rediscovery of the Giant Salmon Carp in the Mekong River
Halari donkey
Source: This post on Halari donkey has been created based on the article “In Frames: Brains and braw” published in The Hindu on 7th October 2024. Why in news? Recently, it has been observed that the endangered Halari donkeys is an intelligent animal which work closely with human beings. About Halari donkey Aspects Description About IUCN… Continue reading Halari donkey
Amur Falcon (Falco amurensis)
Source- This post on Amur Falcon (Falco amurensis) is based on the article “Ahead of Amur falcon’s arrival, Manipur district bans their hunting” published in Indian Express on 20th September 2024. Why in News? The district administration of Manipur’s Tamenglong district has announced an immediate ban on hunting, catching, killing, and selling of the Amur falcon. The ban… Continue reading Amur Falcon (Falco amurensis)
Cascade Frog (Amolops formosus)
Source- This post on Cascade Frog (Amolops formosus) is based on the article “Assam cascade frog test for Himachal stream water flow impact” published in The Hindu on 17th September 2024. Why in News? Scientists from the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) have gained insights into how water flow influences the presence and abundance of Cascade frog species. About… Continue reading Cascade Frog (Amolops formosus)
Sturgeon Fishes
Source- This post on Sturgeon Fishes has been created based on the article “Sturgeon, among the world’s most endangered fish, are being heavily poached & trafficked in the Lower Danube, their last stronghold: WWF” published in Down to earth on 30 July 2024. Why in News? According to a recent report by the WWF, poaching and… Continue reading Sturgeon Fishes
