Caracals

Source-This post on Caracal is based on the article “Protect India’s scrublands to save the caracal: Dharmendra Khandal & Ishan Dhar” published in “Down to Earth” on 30th March 2024. Why in the News? It has been observed that caracal is on the verge of extinction. It has necessitated the need for its conservation. About… Continue reading Caracals

Bugun Liocichla Bird

Source-This post on Bugun Liocichla Bird is based on the article “Arunachal tribe donates land for critically endangered songbird Bugun Liocichla” published in “Deccan Herald” on 17th March 2024. Why in the News? The Buguns, a major tribe living near Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh, have generously donated 1,470 hectares of land to conserve… Continue reading Bugun Liocichla Bird

Golden langurs

Source-This post on golden langurs has been created based on the article “7,396 golden langurs in India, reveals survey” published in “The Hindu” on 8 March 2024. Why in the news? The latest survey of the primate has revealed that there are an estimated 7,396 golden langurs in India. About Golden langurs Aspect Details Description… Continue reading Golden langurs

Taeniogonalos deepaki

Source- The post on Taeniogonalos deepaki is based on the article “New species of parasitoid wasp discovered in the Western Ghats” published in “The Hindu” on 7th March 2024. What is the News? Recently, a new species of parasitoid wasp was discovered in the Western Ghats by scientists at ATREE, Bengaluru. About Taeniogonalos deepaki 1. About: It was… Continue reading Taeniogonalos deepaki

Begonia Narahari

Source-This post on Begonia Narahari is based on the article “New Begonia Species Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh by USTM and CSIR-NEIST Researchers” published in “bnn” on 5th March 2024. Why in the News? A new flowering plant species named Begonia Narahari was recently discovered by researchers in Arunachal Pradesh. About Begonia Narahari 1. Discovery and… Continue reading Begonia Narahari

Cycas circinalis (Eenthu Pana)

Source-This post on Cycas circinalis (Eenthu Pana) is based on the article “Rare tree fights a losing battle in north Kerala” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd March 2024. Why in the News? Cycas circinalis (Eenthu Pana) faces the threat of extinction in northern Kerala due to an unidentified and rapidly spreading plant disease. About… Continue reading Cycas circinalis (Eenthu Pana)

Early Jacaranda bloom in Mexico

Source-This post on Jacaranda bloom is based on the article “Early jacaranda bloom sparks debate about climate change in Mexico” published in “The Hindu” on 27th February 2024. Why in the News? Jacaranda trees in Mexico are experiencing early blooming this year, causing concerns among residents and scientists. The foremost reason for this early bloom… Continue reading Early Jacaranda bloom in Mexico

Melanochlamys droupadi: Sea slug named after President Murmu

Source-This post on Melanochlamys droupadi: Sea slug named after President Murmu is based on the article “ZSI names a newly discovered head-shield sea slug after President Droupadi Murmu” published in “The Hindu” on 1st March 2024. Why in the News? The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has announced the discovery of a new marine species… Continue reading Melanochlamys droupadi: Sea slug named after President Murmu

Report on Status of Leopard in India

Source-This post on Report on Status of Leopard in India is based on the article “Leopard numbers show 8% rise from 2018 to 2022” published in “The Hindu” on 29th February 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Environment Ministry, in collaboration with the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) and the Wildlife Institute of India (WII),… Continue reading Report on Status of Leopard in India

Roen olmi mushroom

Source-This post on Roen olmi mushroom is based on the article “Turning mushrooms into gold? Goa researchers claim breakthrough in producing nanoparticles” published in “The Indian Express” on 28th February 2024. Why in the News? Researchers in Goa have claimed to have synthesized gold nanoparticles from the Roen olmi mushroom. It is a wild mushroom… Continue reading Roen olmi mushroom

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