News: Researchers have identified a distinct mithun population in the Siang region of Arunachal Pradesh, proposed as the Siangmi breed. About Mithun (Bos frontalis) Mithun is a semi-domesticated bovine species native to the Eastern Himalayan region. Scientific name: Their scientific name is Bos frontalis. They are also known as gayal and ‘cattle of the mountain’.… Continue reading Mithun (Bos frontalis)
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Babirusa/Pig-Deer
News: Chester Zoo in the United Kingdom recorded the birth of a babirusa as its wild populations face a rapid decline due to African swine fever. About Babirusa/Pig-Deer They are unusual wild pigs commonly known as “pig-deer”. Species: Since 2001, scientists have recognized three extant species: Buru babirusa, North Sulawesi babirusa and Togian babirusa. Habitat:… Continue reading Babirusa/Pig-Deer
Black-necked Crane
News: Bombay Natural History Society has sterilized more than 2,950 free-ranging dogs in Ladakh, including its breeding site in Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary, to protect vulnerable, Black-necked Cranes. About Black-necked Crane Aspects Details About The black-necked crane is a medium-sized crane in Asia that breeds on the Tibetan Plateau and remote parts of India and Bhutan.… Continue reading Black-necked Crane
Asian Elephant
News: World Elephant Day is observed annually on 12 August, highlighting the need for sustained efforts to conserve Asian elephants and their habitats. About Asian Elephant The Asian elephants are the largest land mammal on the Asian continent. Habitat: Asian elephants inhabit grasslands, scrublands, evergreen forests and deciduous forests. In India, their habitat ranges from… Continue reading Asian Elephant
Himalayan Pheasants
News: Himalayan pheasants are poorly studied and face threats such as habitat loss, hunting, grazing, and nesting disturbance, while only about 200–300 western tragopans remain in Jammu and Kashmir. About Himalayan Pheasants The Common pheasant is a colorful bird renowned for the striking plumage of the male. Scientific name: Its scientific name is Phasianus colchicus. … Continue reading Himalayan Pheasants
Indian Peacock
News: India recently donated five Indian peafowls—four blue males and one white male-to the United Nations Office at Geneva. About Indian Peacock The Indian Peacock is India’s national bird and a large, colourful member of the pheasant family. Scientific Name: Its scientific name is Pavo cristatus. Habitat: It occurs in deciduous forests, shrublands, grasslands, forest… Continue reading Indian Peacock
Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)
News: On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) highlights Indigenous food biodiversity and climate resilience. About Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) Roselle is scientifically known as Hibiscus sabdariffa and belongs to the Malvaceae family. Local Name: It is locally known as Bhenda Dal in Odisha’s Malkangiri district. It is also called Mesta… Continue reading Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)
Sea Buckthorn
News: Sea buckthorn has become an important source of employment and income for the people of Ladakh. About Sea Buckthorn Aspects Details About Sea Buckthorn is a vibrant orange berry that grows on thorny shrubs in the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. Scientific name Its scientific name is Hippophae Rhamnoides. Local Names In Ladakh, it… Continue reading Sea Buckthorn
Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan (CAP)
News: The Centre has launched a Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan (CAP), outlining measures across Northeast India. About Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan (CAP) India has launched Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan (CAP) on the occasion of International Clouded Leopard Day, Objective: It has been launched outlining measures to protect habitats, improve scientific monitoring and… Continue reading Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan (CAP)
Pseudecheneis likimroensis and Likimro River
News: A new catfish species, Pseudecheneis likimroensis, has been discovered in Nagaland’s Likimro River and described in the Journal of Ichthyology. About Pseudecheneis likimroensis Pseudecheneis likimroensis is a newly discovered catfish species named after the fast-flowing Likimro River of Nagaland, where it was first collected. Local name: The fish is locally known as Nupedro. Location: It… Continue reading Pseudecheneis likimroensis and Likimro River
