Two new species of needlefish from Indian waters identified by CMFRI
Given their high demand, the researchers believe these fish have the potential to benefit the country’s marine fisheries sector. Researchers at the... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaTwo new species of needlefish from Indian waters identified by CMFRI
Given their high demand, the researchers believe these fish have the potential to benefit the country’s marine fisheries sector. Researchers at the... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaStudy examines how invasive species colonise new ground exposed by melting glaciers
The melting of glaciers in a warming climate exposes new ground that are then colonised by invasive species, a new research... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNew species of kangaroo lizard discovered in Kerala. No, it doesn't have a pouch
The Indian kangaroo lizard is a small to medium-sized lizard, typically growing up to 10 inches (25 cm) in length. It has a slender body, long legs, and a distinctive head with a pointed snout. Key Points
India TodayPartial skull found in 1983 confirmed to be new species of T-Rex dinosaur
The fossil, initially discovered in 1983 near Kettle Top Butte, was originally classified as T. rex. However, upon closer examination, researchers noted distinct differences in the skull's structure. Key Points
India Today
Scientists discover new species of ‘music frog’ in Arunachal Pradesh
‘Nidirana noadihing’ frog grows up to 6 cm and is characterised by pale cream-coloured line on its mid-body. Scientists have discovered a new species of ‘music frog’ in Arunachal Pradesh. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaDisappearing acts: Dark extinctions are claiming species before we find them
See what biologists are unearthing amid specimens in museums, and fossils on dusty shelves. See how the problem comes full circle, to your habitat and you. Key Points
Hindustan TimesAre they, aren’t they?: What it takes to declare a species extinct
It can take years of work, heated debate and anxious enquiry to confirm an extinction. And even then one can run into the potentially deadly Romeo Error. Key Points
Hindustan TimesScientists discover new species of ‘music frog’ in Arunachal Pradesh
‘Nidirana noadihing’ frog grows up to 6 cm and is characterised by pale cream-coloured line on its mid-body. Scientists have discovered a new species of ‘music frog’ in Arunachal Pradesh. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWhy Scientists Are Bugging the Rainforest
Scientists use microphones and AI to automatically detect species by their chirps and croaks. This bioacoustics research could be critical for protecting ecosystems on a warming planet. Key Points
WIRED
60% bird species in India have declined over 30 years: Report
The report classifies 178 species, including Northern Shoveler, Northern Pintail, Common Teal, Tufted Duck, Greater Flamingo, Sarus Crane, Indian Courser and Andaman Serpent Eagle, as high conservation priority . Fourteen species, including Indian Roller, Common Teal, Northern Shoveler and Common Sandpiper, have dropped by 30 per cent or more and have been recommended for IUCN Red List reassessment, the report says. Key Points
Economic TimesConservationists tackle decline of Scottish coastal species
A £6.5m scheme to help prevent the extinction of priority species in Scotland has been launched. Key Points
BBC NewsWhat makes us human? Primate genome study offers some clues
Chimpanzees and bonobos are the nearest genetically to humans, sharing roughly 98.8% of our DNA. Key Points
India TodayThis odd reptile with a beak is an ancient relative of both crocodiles and birds
Palaeontologists have unearthed fossils of Beesiiwo cooowuse, a newly discovered reptile species that is related to both crocodiles and birds. The family resemblance is quite evident. Key Points
The Indian ExpressHow biodiversity loss jeopardises human health
Biodiversity holds a treasure trove of chemicals that can be used to treat diseases. But species are disappearing. Key Points
The Indian Express
How biodiversity loss jeopardizes human health
Biodiversity holds a treasure trove of chemicals that can be used to treat diseases. But species are disappearing. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesNew species of Moray eel discovered off Cuddalore coast named after Tamil Nadu
Researchers have discovered a new species of Moray eel at the Mudasalodai fish landing centre off the Cuddalore coast. The species has been named after Tamil Nadu as Gymnothorax tamilnaduensis with common name as Tamil Nadu brown moray. Key Points
The HinduGiant species of Trapdoor spider spotted in Australia's Queensland
According to a study published in the Journal of Arachnology, there have been very few sightings of the Euoplos dignitas species in recent decades. Only one female specimen has been submitted to the Queensland Museum since the 1960s, indicating that the species is relatively rare. Key Points
Economic Times5 lesser-known wildlife sanctuaries you can explore at a reasonable price
Most popular wildlife parks often have long queues and are expensive. ET Wealth lists five lesser-known sanctuaries that you can explore at a more reasonable price. Key Points
Economic TimesDwarf elephants? Giant rats? Strange island creatures at high risk
Islands are biodiversity hotspots. Although they cover less than 7% of Earth's land area, they account for up to 20% of land species. Key Points
India Today
Treat for birdwatchers as two new avian species spotted in Chandigarh tricity area
The bird race is annually organised by the CBC in which four teams explore the Inner State Chandigarh Region (ISRC), which includes Timber Trail, Morni Hills, Kansal Hills and Sukhna Lake among other places. The race goes on from dawn to dusk and the team that records the maximum number of bird species wins. Key Points
Hindustan TimesCute Animals Are Overrated. Let’s Save the Weird Ones
One million species are at risk of extinction, but a handful of charismatic creatures get all the hype. A new conservation strategy has a different focus. Key Points
WIREDHow undersea sounds help us understand ocean life
Scientists have long listened to the ocean, but new technology is helping to piece together a far more complex picture of life beneath the waves. Here, BBC Future lets you listen in. Key Points
BBCPema Khandu shares video of a red panda mounted on a tree top in Tawang, Kiren Rijiju calls it adorable
Sharing the clip on Wednesday, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju wrote, "Such an adorable little Red Panda found in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh shared by CM @PemaKhanduBJP ji. Let's conserve our beautiful species." Key Points
The Indian Express‘I wanted to keep them like my babies’: A Wknd interview with orchid man AN Rao
He started out wanting to discover at least one new species; he found 35 in as many years in the north-east. He has now received a Padma Shri for his efforts. Key Points
Hindustan Times
World Wildlife Day 2023: Why this day and the underlying CITES agreement are significant
March 3 marks the 50th anniversary of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in 1973. CITES is considered a landmark treaty on conservation that focuses on ensuring the sustainability of endangered species. Key Points
The Indian ExpressThe fungus in The Last of Us is real. See why it couldn’t cause an apocalypse
A variant of the cordyceps does takes over and zombify its hosts, but they’re usually a species of ant. In The Last of Us, the fungus evolves to infect humans. See why that’s highly unlikely, and check out the real risks certain species of fungi can pose to humans. Key Points
Hindustan TimesDinosaurs smart reptiles but not as intelligent as monkeys, findings contradict earlier ones
Information on dinosaur brains comes from mineral fillings of the brain cavity, termed endocasts, as well as the shapes of cavities themselves. Dinosaurs... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSouth African fossils reveal ancient beast’s epic journey to oblivion
Inostrancevia, a tiger-sized saber-toothed mammal forerunner, trekked 7,000 miles in a desperate bid to survive the worst mass extinction on record. Despite its perseverance, it eventually disappeared along with 90% of species. Key Points
The Indian ExpressWho are the ‘guests that never left’? New book documents India's invasive alien plants
Mexican Poppy, a toxic yellow flower that is found on roadsides & near fields is one of India's many invasive species. In Hindi, it is aptly called ‘Satyanashi’ or destroyer. Key Points
ThePrint
At Asola Bhatti sanctuary, a ‘seed bank’ of plants native to the Aravallis
Species that are specific to the Aravallis are identified by studying model sites that have intact forests with very little disturbance, like Mangar Bani in Faridabad. Efforts are then made to replicate these old-growth forests. Key Points
The Indian ExpressWhy Some Animals Thrive in Cities
Why does some wildlife thrive in the city? Figuring this out is the first step to boosting urban biodiversity. And that's good for everyone. Key Points
WIREDThe Hidden, Awful Way That Climate Change Imperils Animals
As ocean temperatures climb, so do creatures’ metabolisms. If extra food isn’t available, they’ll starve. Key Points
WIREDMeet 'Loki': Newly discovered dinosaur named after the god of mischief
hey have aptly named it after Loki, the norse god who boasts a two-horned crown. The dinosaur, dubbed Lokiceratops rangiformis, pushes the boundaries of our understanding of ceratopsian dinosaurs and their ecosystems. Key Points
India TodayIn a first, RNA is recovered from extinct Tasmanian tiger
The Tasmanian tiger, a dog-sized striped carnivorous marsupial also called the thylacine, once roamed the Australian continent and adjacent islands, an apex predator that hunted kangaroos and other prey. Because of humans, the species is now extinct. Key Points
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