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In 1939, Adolph Murie began following wolves across Denali; his landmark study challenged the belief that predators should be eliminated- In 1922, biologist Olaus Murie entered the Alaskan wilderness to study caribou; his field research later influenced how Mount McKinley National Park managed predators and wildlife
- From 1877, officials stocked over 33 million fish in Yosemite for anglers, altering fishless lakes and reducing habitat for native yellow-legged frogs
- MPs across party lines push bills to limit social media access for minorsAlthough private members’ Bills have rarely been cleared by both Houses in the past, their introduction reflects the growing urgency among ...11 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
- In 1875, Charles Darwin first suggested two plant species might be carnivorous, new study finds unique flower matches legendary naturalists' hypothesis. Check how does it catch insectsCatching insects comes with a potential drawback. Many carnivorous plants depend on insects for pollination and risk trapping the very visi...10 Aug, 2026, 01.13 AM IST
- In the 19th century, a Portuguese winemaker built his goats a three-storey tower because he thought they deserved a mountainIn the 19th century, a visionary Portuguese grape grower constructed an innovative stone tower specifically for his goats. This ingenious d...08 Aug, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Arnold Schwarzenegger: “Just like in bodybuilding, failure is also a necessary experience for... ” — Life lessons from a motivational quote by legendary bodybuilder and actor on resilience, discipline, self-belief, mental strength, perseverance, and why being tested can reveal how strong you truly areQuote of the day by Arnold Schwarzenegger: Arnold Schwarzenegger’s iconic quote emphasizes that failure is not an endpoint, but an essentia...08 Aug, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
- AAP govt has imposed 'undeclared censorship' on media in Punjab: BJPThe BJP has accused the Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab of headline management. They allege a deteriorating law and order situation an...08 Aug, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
- A Record-Breaking Beast: How night hunters hauled a massive alligator from Mississippi watersA Mississippi crew captured the state's largest alligator, weighing 802.5 pounds. This prehistoric reptile measured an impressive 14 feet a...05 Aug, 2026, 11.39 PM IST
- Scientists found ants have been running tiny 'Dairy Farms' for 35 million years, and the sweet reward explains whyAnts and aphids share an ancient mutualistic relationship for nourishment and protection. Ants herd aphids, receiving sugary honeydew and p...04 Aug, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
- No rodents in California vineyards? Barn owls point to a new future for American farming as ‘fear effect’ cuts pests by up to 52% without poisonCould barn owls offer a new future for farming in America? New research in California vineyards found that areas with more active barn owls...04 Aug, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
- In 1974, a Spainish rancher imported 2,000 kg of American crayfish from Louisiana. 50 years later, it has become an invasion nobody could stopAn American red swamp crayfish invasion reshaped Spain's Guadalquivir River basin and Doñana National Park. This destructive biological inv...04 Aug, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
- Florida Python Challenge 2026 winners to be announced this week: Why hundreds compete to hunt invasive snakes for a $10,000 prizeThe Florida Python Challenge invites enthusiasts to actively combat the invasive Burmese python population. Each year, exciting cash prizes...04 Aug, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
- For more than 400 years, the Gulf of Maine has anchored New England's fishing heritage; today, warming waters are bringing black sea bass into one of the planet's fastest-warming marine ecosystemsOcean warming allows black sea bass to expand their range northward. These fish mature faster in colder northern waters, impacting assessme...03 Aug, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
- In 1970s, Burmese pythons arrived in Florida as pets. Then a hurricane helped turn them into the Everglades' top predator—now robot rabbits are fighting backFlorida is deploying solar-powered robot rabbits to lure invasive Burmese pythons. These AI-powered decoys imitate prey, using heat and sce...03 Aug, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
- They went into a Nepal forest searching for food. Then they stumbled upon a dry-leaf nest built by one of the world's fiercest snakesVillagers in Nepal's Ambe Community Forest discovered a rare king cobra nest. Authorities restricted public movement to protect the snake a...03 Aug, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
- In 1922, California introduced mosquitofish to eat mosquito larvae; within four years, they were in 30 counties and were later linked to native-species declinesIn 1922, California introduced mosquitofish in hopes of controlling mosquito populations. Although they were initially viewed as a solution...01 Aug, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
- In the 1980s, Dutch ecologists released cattle, horses, and deer into a fenced polder to recreate “wild Europe”; in one winter, its herds collapsedOostvaardersplassen's ambitious rewilding project sought to revive Europe’s ecological history with the introduction of tough native specie...30 Jul, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
- In 1861, an English lord sent three red deer to New Zealand for sport; the animals multiplied until government hunters were killing 50,000 a yearThree deer introduced in 1861 multiplied into a national crisis. New Zealand's government hired men to kill 50,000 deer annually. These cul...28 Jul, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
- In the 1770s, Captain Cook released pigs and goats in New Zealand to feed future sailors; their feral descendants began destroying native bushCaptain Cook introduced pigs and goats to New Zealand's Ship Cove in 1770 for future sailors. These animals became significant threats to n...28 Jul, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
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