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
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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
‘Project Nilgiri Tahr’ launched in Tamil Nadu
Source: The post is based on the article “Project Nilgiri Tahr launched in Tamil Nadu” published in “The Hindu” on 14th October 2023 What is the News? Tamil Nadu has launched ‘Project Nilgiri Tahr’. What is Project Nilgiri Tahr? Launched by: Tamil Nadu Objectives: 1) To develop better understanding of Nilgiri Tahr population, distribution and… Continue reading ‘Project Nilgiri Tahr’ launched in Tamil Nadu
Elusive dancing frogs of Western Ghats a threatened species: Global Amphibian Assessment report
Source: The post is based on the article “Elusive dancing frogs of Western Ghats a threatened species: Global Amphibian Assessment report” published in “Deccan Herald” on 11th October 2023 What is the News? The Second Global Amphibian Assessment report has been released. What is Global Amphibian Assessment? It is a comprehensive analysis of 8,011 species… Continue reading Elusive dancing frogs of Western Ghats a threatened species: Global Amphibian Assessment report
Vocal for local: NSG takes on invasive vilayati kikar, to regreen 5-km stretch of Manesar campus with local trees
Source: The post is based on the article “Vocal for local: NSG takes on invasive vilayati kikar, to regreen 5-km stretch of Manesar campus with local trees” published in“Indian Express” on 10th October 2023 What is the News? National Security Guard (NSG) has decided to take on the vilayati kikar (Prosopis juliflora) populating its Aravali… Continue reading Vocal for local: NSG takes on invasive vilayati kikar, to regreen 5-km stretch of Manesar campus with local trees
Prey base, habitat dictate Asiatic wild dog-tiger coexistence: study
Source: The post is based on the article “Prey base, habitat dictate Asiatic wild dog-tiger coexistence: study” published in “The Hindu” on 9th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the study conducted on Dholes?3 What are the key findings of the study?4 What is Dhole? What is the News? A recent study… Continue reading Prey base, habitat dictate Asiatic wild dog-tiger coexistence: study
This newly discovered fish can change its colour like a chameleon
Source: The post is based on the article “This newly discovered fish can change its colour like a chameleon” published in “Down To Earth” on 4th October 2023 What is the News? Scientists have discovered a new fish species from the Milak river, Nagaland.It has been named as Badis limaakumi. What is Badis Limaakumi? Source:… Continue reading This newly discovered fish can change its colour like a chameleon
In a 1st, Olive Ridley turtle’s 5,000-km migration tracked
Source: The post is based on the article “In a 1st, Olive Ridley turtle’s 5,000-km migration tracked” published in “TOI” on 4th October 2023 What is the News? Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun and Maharashtra’s forest department have conducted a study to understand the offshore movements and migration of Olive Ridley Turtles. What are Olive… Continue reading In a 1st, Olive Ridley turtle’s 5,000-km migration tracked
