Source-This post is based on the article “The first-ever IUCN assessment of the Himalayan Wolf is out. And it is grim” published in “DownToEarth” on 12th January 2024. Why in the News? The Himalayan Wolf (Canis lupus chanco) has been assessed for the first time on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red… Continue reading Himalayan Wolf
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Eurasian Otter Spotted at Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala
Source: This post on Eurasian Otter has been created on the article “Eurasian Otter spotted in Kerala” published in Times of India on 31st December 2023. Why in News? Recently, Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra) was spotted for the first time in Kerala. They were found at Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Idukki. What is Eurasian Otter?… Continue reading Eurasian Otter Spotted at Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala
Valmiki Tiger Reserve
Source– This post is based on the article “Bihar: Reduced human activity, including mining bans, helped increase tiger numbers in Valmiki reserve” published in “DownToEarth” on 20th December 2023. Why in the News? The increase in tiger numbers in the Valmiki Tiger Reserve in Bihar was facilitated by diminished human activity, including bans on mining.… Continue reading Valmiki Tiger Reserve
Protection of Black Tiger
Source- This post is based on the article “Protection of Black Tiger” published in “PIB” on 21st December 2023. Why in the News? Recently the Union Minister of State for Environment filed a reply in the parliament regarding the conservation efforts of the Black tigers. What are Black Tigers? Aspect Details What is it? 1)… Continue reading Protection of Black Tiger
2024 is the International Year Of Camelids
Source– This post is based on the article “Why UN has declared 2024 the International Year Of Camelids” published in “Hindustan Times” on 18th December 2023. Why in the News? The United Nations has named 2024 the International Year of Camelids to emphasize their vital role in the lives of global communities. What is the… Continue reading 2024 is the International Year Of Camelids
Green Alga(P. salinarum)-Spotted first time in India
Source– This post “Green Alga(P. salinarum)-Spotted first time in India” is based on the article “Inspire Faculty fellow decodes molecular mechanism behind intriguing green alga surviving in extreme conditions like saline-soda lakes” published in “PIB” on 14 November 2023. Why in the News? A young researcher has divulged the secret of how one of the… Continue reading Green Alga(P. salinarum)-Spotted first time in India
Attenborough echidna
Source– This post “Attenborough echidna” is based on the article “Elusive Attenborough echidna rediscovered in Indonesia” published in “The Hindu” on 10 November 2023. Why in the News? An elusive echidna after disappearing for six decades has been rediscovered during expedition by researchers in a remote part of Indonesia. It was last seen in 1961.… Continue reading Attenborough echidna
Red Sanders: India removed from the CITES Review of Significant Trade process for Red Sanders
Source– This post “Red Sanders: India removed from the Review of Significant Trade process” is based on the article “Shri Bhupender Yadav says based on compliance and reporting India has been removed from the Review of Significant Trade process for Red Sanders” published in “PIB” on 13 November 2023 Why in the News? In the… Continue reading Red Sanders: India removed from the CITES Review of Significant Trade process for Red Sanders
11 Countries Sign Declaration for Global Protection of River Dolphins by 2030
Source: The post is based on the article “11 Countries Sign Declaration for Global Protection of River Dolphins by 2030” published in “WWF” on 31st October 2023 Why in the News? Eleven Asian and South American countries have signed a Global Declaration for Protection of River Dolphins. What is the Global Declaration for Protection of… Continue reading 11 Countries Sign Declaration for Global Protection of River Dolphins by 2030
New toad species discovered in Dampa tiger reserve of Mizoram
Source: The post is based on the article “New toad species discovered in Dampa tiger reserve of Mizoram” published in “Hindustan Times” on 17th October 2023 What is the News? Scientists have discovered a new species of toads named Bufoides bhupathyi. Note: Toad is a common name for certain frogs.They are characterized by dry, leathery… Continue reading New toad species discovered in Dampa tiger reserve of Mizoram
