News: The Jeypore ground gecko, once believed extinct for 130 years, was rediscovered by an Indian scientist in 2010 in the Eastern Ghats of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. About Jeypore Ground Gecko Jeypore Ground Gecko is a reptile endemic to India. It is also known as the Jeypore Indian gecko or the Patinghe Indian gecko.… Continue reading Jeypore ground gecko
Category: Factly: Environment
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Environment. You can find all relevant Environment related updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
News: Central Government has approved India’s accession to the Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA). About Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA) The Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA) is a regional framework for managing fisheries resources in its area of jurisdiction in the high seas. It is one of two major Regional Fisheries Management Organisations… Continue reading Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus)
News: Three African wild dogs travelled over 4,000 kilometres to find mates, offering hope for the survival of this endangered species. About African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) The African wild dogs are the largest wild canine in Africa, and the only extant members of the genus Lycaon. They are one of the world’s most endangered… Continue reading African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus)
Aldabra Giant Tortoise
News: Recent study published showed that, Jonathan, the world’s oldest known known living Aldabra Giant Tortoise at 194 years, has 287 unique gene variants that may slow ageing. About Aldabra Giant Tortoise Aspects Details About 1. It is the world’s second-largest land tortoise species, after the Galapagos giant tortoise. 2. These tortoise have descended from… Continue reading Aldabra Giant Tortoise
Sarus Crane and All-India Sarus Crane Survey
News: The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) has announced a nationwide survey to estimate the Sarus Crane population on October 9 and 10, 2026. About Sarus Crane The Sarus Crane (Antigone antigone) is the world’s tallest flying bird. It is India’s only resident breeding crane species. Habitat: It inhabits wetlands, marshes, shallow water bodies, grasslands… Continue reading Sarus Crane and All-India Sarus Crane Survey
Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub
News: The Central Asian Conservation Network (CACN) has launched a new Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub for the conservation of migratory birds. About Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub is a collaborative digital platform for the conservation of migratory birds. Launched by: It has been launched by Central Asian Conservation Network (CACN).… Continue reading Central Asian Flyway Digital Hub
Slaty Egret (Egretta vinaceigula)
News: Changes in the breeding sites of the Slaty Egret in Botswana’s Okavango Delta have highlighted its role in monitoring ecosystem changes. About Slaty Egret The Slaty Egret (Egretta vinaceigula) is a small, shy waterbird. Family: It belongs to the heron family. Habitat: It inhabits river floodplains, marshes and temporary shallow wetlands with short, emergent… Continue reading Slaty Egret (Egretta vinaceigula)
Nameri Tiger Reserve and Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) Framework
News: Nameri Tiger Reserve in Assam has received CA|TS Approved status after meeting the required standards for tiger conservation and protected area management. About Nameri Tiger Reserve Location: The Nameri Tiger Reserve is located in the northern part of Sonitpur district, Assam. Borders: It shares its northern boundary with Pakke Tiger Reserve and Doimara Reserve… Continue reading Nameri Tiger Reserve and Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) Framework
Living Planet Report 2026
News: The Living Planet Index 2026 was been published recently by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). About Living Planet Report 2026 Living Planet Report is a measure of the state of the world’s biological diversity based on population trends of vertebrate species from terrestrial, freshwater and marine habitats. Released by: It is released… Continue reading Living Planet Report 2026
Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve
News: Two cheetahs, Vyom and Neera, were released in the reserve on October 7, 2026, expanding the cheetah conservation project in Madhya Pradesh. About Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve The Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve is the largest tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh. It is spread across Sagar, Damoh, and Narsinghpur districts of Madhya Pradesh. It covers parts… Continue reading Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve
