News: A recent faunal survey conducted by the Forest Department in Kerala’s Parambikulam Tiger Reserve has added 15 new species to its biodiversity records. About Parambikulam Tiger Reserve Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is a protected area located in the Western Ghats of Kerala, India. It spread across approximately 643.66 sq km. It is one of the… Continue reading Parambikulam Tiger Reserve
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.
Loggerhead Turtles
News: Recently, it has been found that Loggerhead turtles can learn and remember the magnetic signature of a location. They perform a ‘turtle dance’ when in an area associated with food, indicating recognition of the magnetic signature. This behaviour provides evidence that turtles use the Earth’s geomagnetic field for navigation. About Loggerhead Turtle The loggerhead… Continue reading Loggerhead Turtles
TrailGuard AI
News: TrailGuard AI has recently made headlines due to its remarkable success in reducing poaching at Odisha’s Similipal Tiger Reserve. About TrailGuard AI TrailGuard AI is an advanced, AI-powered surveillance system designed for conservation and anti-poaching efforts. It uses artificial intelligence and real-time image transmission to detect human and animal movement in protected forest areas,… Continue reading TrailGuard AI
Gulf of Eilat
News: A recent study highlights the resilience of Gulf of Eilat coral reefs, which faced a 3,000-year growth hiatus due to a likely sea-level drop from global cooling. Despite this, they recovered as coral species reemerged from deeper waters. About the Gulf of Eilat The Gulf of Eilat (also known as the Gulf of Aqaba)… Continue reading Gulf of Eilat
Anamudi Shola National Park
News: Anamudi Shola National Park is in the news due to the Kerala Water Authority’s (KWA) plan to construct a check dam across the Silandhi River in Vattavada, which requires the use of 0.0442 hectares of forest land from the park. About Anamudi Shola National Park It is situated in the Idukki district of Kerala,… Continue reading Anamudi Shola National Park
Asian Elephants’ Trumpeting and Vocal Communication
News: Researchers from Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru studied Asian elephants in Bandipur and Mudumalai National Parks (Southern India). They recorded elephant sounds for 2 years in different places like forests, grasslands, and water bodies. About Asian Elephants’ Trumpeting and Vocal Communication Findings of the study: Elephants produce 4 key types of sounds: Type of… Continue reading Asian Elephants’ Trumpeting and Vocal Communication
La Niña
News: January 2025 recorded the highest global temperatures for any January on record, with the global average surface air temperature rising 1.75°C above pre-industrial levels (1850-1900 average), according to Europe’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). About La Niña La Niña is a climatic phenomenon and one of the three phases of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation… Continue reading La Niña
Marsupials
News: Recently, a team of Australian scientists has successfully created 28 kangaroo embryos using in vitro fertilization (IVF), marking a significant breakthrough in the conservation of marsupials. About Marsupials Marsupials are a distinct group of mammals that give birth to premature young. Unlike placental mammals, their offspring complete most of their development outside the womb. Features… Continue reading Marsupials
Marine Heatwaves (MHWs)
News: The marine heatwaves (MHWs) off the coast of Western Australia have led to the death of over 30,000 fish in January 2025. These heatwaves, which began in September 2024, are still ongoing and have been intensifying over time. About Marine Heatwaves (MHWs) Marine heatwaves (MHWs) are extreme weather events where the sea surface temperature… Continue reading Marine Heatwaves (MHWs)
Why Temperatures at the North Pole Reached 20°C Above Average
News: Recently, temperatures at the North Pole surged more than 20°C above average, reaching levels high enough to cause ice melting. Scientists consider this an extreme winter warming event, though not necessarily the most extreme ever recorded. Reason for the temperature Spike 1. Deep Low-Pressure System Over Iceland: A low-pressure system developed over Iceland, where… Continue reading Why Temperatures at the North Pole Reached 20°C Above Average
