World's oldest crocodile is said to be 124 years old, with over 10,000 babies. Here's all about Henry, the man-eaterHenry, a Nile crocodile residing at South Africa's Crocworld Conservation Centre, has reached an astounding 124 years old, potentially maki...
25 May, 2025, 09.44 PM IST
Inside the illicit trade of exotic animals from Myanmar to IndiaThe civil war in Myanmar and resultant anarchy in border areas have given a new life to the smuggling of wildlife—from marmoset monkeys to ...
26 May, 2024, 09.20 PM IST
How snakes use their sense of smell to distinguish identityResearchers have discovered that snakes, specifically garter snakes, can recognize themselves through scent, challenging previous notions a...
14 Apr, 2024, 05.32 PM IST
Unusual Crocodile vs Elephant battle captured in viral videoA video of a crocodile and an elephant engaging in a dramatic fight in Zambia has gone viral. The footage, recorded by wildlife documenter ...
30 Aug, 2023, 03.50 PM IST
The mystery will finally uncover! Loch Ness set for biggest monster hunt in decadesA major search for the Loch Ness Monster is underway in Scotland, with researchers and enthusiasts using drones, boats, and hydrophones to ...
26 Aug, 2023, 03.13 PM IST
- Study warns of abrupt species decline due to climate change20 May, 2023, 06.06 PM IST
Wild, wild country! Spot endangered Rothschild giraffes in Uganda or meet Giant Aldabra Tortoises in SeychellesHere's a roundup of some the best options to consider for your next holiday.
28 Jul, 2018, 10.56 AM IST
Rajasthan dinosaur footprints could tell us why the species disappearedGeologists have found footprints of Eubrontes Gleneronsensis Theropod dinosaurs in Jaisalmer district. These fossilized prints are 150 mill...
13 Jun, 2016, 11.30 AM IST
Want to buy a crocodile? You could now own one for just Rs 68,000The auction, which took place at Wartburg in the southeastern KwaZulu-Natal province last month, saw 8,300 of the 8,600 Nile crocodiles on ...
10 Dec, 2014, 01.11 PM IST
Pilikula Biological Park receives exotic reptiles and amphibiansPilikula Biological Park at Vamanjoor here is now home to 13 rare exotic crocodiles. Joining them are three endangered gharials and four re...
05 May, 2013, 07.17 PM IST
- Delhi's Ark
The bird song starts at the crack of dawn but Mani and Rita don’t stir until the roar of the Mother Dairy truck breaks the morning calm bel...
21 Apr, 2013, 05.29 AM IST
- Best countries in the world to enjoy wildlife adventures
One can go horse riding across the plains of Zimbabwe or kayaking in the emerald green waters of Zanzibar in Tanzania.
25 Oct, 2012, 07.31 AM IST
- Mysore Zoo seeks additional three veterinarians
Some time in January when one of the green anacondas died at the Mysore Zoo, there were apprehensions about the survival of remaining four ...
25 Jul, 2012, 08.54 PM IST
- Mauritius: Forests, sand beaches & cultural integration fascinate tourists
Mauritius is too magnetic to resist! No wonder millions come to admire its mountains forged from volcanic eruptions, subtropical forests, r...
26 May, 2011, 07.52 AM IST
Another cobra caught inside Commonwealth Games VillageDays after the South African envoy claimed a snake had been found inside an athlete’s room at the Games Village, another reptile surfaced a...
02 Oct, 2010, 11.51 AM IST
- CGOC or CGDC?
Commonwealth Games Organising Committee? Shouldn't it be renamed as Commonwealth Games Disorganised Committee?
29 Sep, 2010, 05.56 AM IST
- The lions' range
Blazing heat, temperatures soaring to almost 40oC... We had been roaming the Gir forest, the lion’s domain, for a good three hours without ...
14 Jun, 2007, 12.35 AM IST