Fossil Fuel Expansion Threatens Coral Triangle Biodiversity
The Coral Triangle, one of the most biodiverse marine regions, is under serious threat from fossil fuel expansion, as highlighted in a report presented at…
Biodiversity
Assam Bird Sanctuary Faces 70% Species Decline
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India Launches $25 Million Pandemic Fund for Animal Health
India launched a $25 million Pandemic Fund, focusing on enhancing animal health security and pandemic preparedness in the livestock sector. Spearheaded by Union Minister Rajiv…
India Ranks 176th in the Global Nature Conservation Index (NCI) 2024
India ranks 176th in the Global Nature Conservation Index (NCI) 2024, with a score of 45.5, making it one of the five worst performers globally.…
Asiatic Golden Cat Rediscovered in Manas National Park
The Asiatic golden cat was rediscovered in Assam’s Manas National Park in October 2024, marking its first sighting since 2007. This milestone, achieved through the…
Rare Indian Skimmers Spotted at Lower Manair Dam
A rare sighting of 150-200 endangered Indian skimmer birds was recorded at the Lower Manair Dam (LMD) in Telangana, marking the first-ever sighting of these…
Rediscovery of Giant Salmon Carp in Mekong River
The giant salmon carp, a fish thought to be extinct since 2005, has been rediscovered in the Mekong River, with three sightings recorded since 2020.…
First Baby Great Indian Bustard Chick Born via Artificial Insemination
In a groundbreaking conservation achievement, a baby great Indian bustard was born through artificial insemination at the Sudasari Great Indian Bustard Breeding Centre in Rajasthan.…
Lion Poaching Investigation in Zimbabwe
In October 2024, Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park reported a suspected lion poaching incident, with three lion carcasses found mutilated. Zimparks suspects poaching for illegal trade,…
