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.

Sea Otters

News: A new study reveals that sea otters at the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve in California are consuming thousands of green crabs. This behavior plays a crucial role in preserving the ecosystem along the West Coast of the United States. About Sea Otters Scientific Name: Enhydra lutris They are aquatic members of the… Continue reading Sea Otters

Bordoibam-Bilmukh Bird Sanctuary

News: A study on avian diversity at the Bordoibam-Bilmukh Bird Sanctuary (BBBS) has found that the number of avian species have declined by almost 72% in 27 years.  About Bordoibam-Bilmukh Bird Sanctuary  It is a wetland situated on the boundary of Dhemaji and Lakhimpur districts in Assam.  History: Created during the earthquake of 1950  Declared… Continue reading Bordoibam-Bilmukh Bird Sanctuary

Himalayan Birch Tree

News: A new study has found that climate change is altering the tree line landscape of the central Himalayas, leading to the replacement of Birch trees by Fir Trees.  About Himalayan Birch Tree  It is a fast growing, medium sized, deciduous tree that dominates the Himalayan region.  Distribution: It is widely distributed in the upper… Continue reading Himalayan Birch Tree

Milkweed Fiber

News: The Ministry of Textiles is promoting research and development into innovative natural fibers, such as milkweed fiber. About Milkweed Fiber It is a unique natural fiber extracted from the seed pods of milkweed plants (Asclepias syriaca L). The plant is native to North America. In India, it is found as a wild plant in… Continue reading Milkweed Fiber

Arctic Tundra: Transitioning to a Carbon Source

News: The Arctic Tundra has shifted from being a carbon sink to a carbon emitter, as confirmed by a recent analysis in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Arctic Report Card. About Arctic Tundra The Arctic Tundra is a unique biome located in the northernmost parts of Earth, primarily north of the Arctic Circle.… Continue reading Arctic Tundra: Transitioning to a Carbon Source

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

Hydroxymethanesulphonate (HMS)

News: A study shows that hydroxymethanesulphonate (HMS), a secondary aerosol, forms in cold urban environments such as Fairbanks, Alaska. This discovery provides new insights into aerosol chemistry under extreme conditions and its impact on air quality. About Hydroxymethanesulphonate Explaination It is a secondary aerosol which forms through chemical reactions involving formaldehyde and sulfur dioxide in… Continue reading Hydroxymethanesulphonate (HMS)

Sacred Groves

News: Sacred groves can preserve biodiversity and function as carbon sink, enabling India to achieve her carbon goals. Unfortunately, most of them are under threat today. About Sacred Groves Sacred groves are areas of forest or woodland that are considered sacred by local communities, often due to their spiritual, cultural, or religious significance. They are… Continue reading Sacred Groves

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