In 1871, a farmer left five cows on a remote island, 130 years later, scientists studied their DNA and found something that stunned themFive cows left on Amsterdam Island in 1871 became a feral herd of 2,000, a remarkable survival story. A 2024 genetic study revealed their m...
12 May, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
Why Pigeons Walk Through Crowds Instead of Flying AwayCity pigeons now walk among people instead of flying away. This change shows how animals adapt to urban life. Feral pigeons, Columba livia,...
13 Apr, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
Feral dogs turn into Ladakh’s 'most dangerous predator', endangering rare Himalayan speciesFeral dogs have emerged as Ladakh’s most dangerous predator, threatening rare wildlife and human safety. Fuelled by poor waste management, ...
29 Dec, 2025, 01.14 PM IST
The $2.5 billion reason why US is worried about Canada's 'Super Pigs'Canada's 'super pigs,' a hybrid of wild boars and domestic pigs, are poised to invade the northern US. These animals cause significant agri...
16 Feb, 2025, 04.17 PM IST
Incurable 'Zombie Deer' disease may infect humans: All you need to know about this terrifying illness with no vaccine or treatmentChronic Wasting Disease, also known as Zombie Deer Disease, affects deer, elk, moose, and reindeer, causing severe neurological symptoms. I...
14 Jan, 2025, 02.21 PM IST
Centre seeks localised, humane SOPs for taming human-animal conflictsState forest departments across India have raised concerns about human-wildlife conflicts, prompting the Centre to consider measures such a...
11 Jan, 2025, 11.17 PM IST
The Galapagos Islands and many of their unique creatures are at risk from warming waters29 Jul, 2024, 02.58 PM IST
African Swine Fever outbreak reported in Kerala's Thrissur districtAfrican Swine Fever outbreak reported in Kerala's Thrissur district prompts culling of 310 pigs at a private farm in Madakkathara panchayat...
05 Jul, 2024, 01.35 PM IST
‘Animal’ becomes box-office Goliath! Ranbir Kapoor’s violent family drama crosses Rs 212 cr in 3 daysDespite mixed reviews, non-holiday release, no superstar cameos, the Ranbir Kapoor starrer has shattered all box-office records.
04 Dec, 2023, 03.33 PM IST
No chickening out of tough stepsBirds rank low in the pecking order of urban nuisances but we feed them at our peril.
30 Jan, 2021, 10.00 AM IST
Zoos in Telangana asked to be high alert after tiger tests positive for COVID-19 in USThe Forest department in Telangana has asked zoos and deer parks in the state to be on "highest alert" while issuing a set of directives to...
07 Apr, 2020, 11.33 AM IST
Don't be fooled by the puppy eyes: This stray 'dog' is an endangered, feral animalHis unusual origins story and endearing looks have attracted global attention.
06 Nov, 2019, 06.02 PM IST
Make more room for white-naped tit: Conservationists13 Aug, 2016, 05.41 PM IST
- Floodwaters force animals to flee Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
Floodwaters from the Brahmaputra and its tributaries have swamped the Dibru-Saikhowa National Park in Tinsukia district forcing animals to ...
12 May, 2014, 12.03 PM IST
Humans and leopards can co-exist: Wildlife biologistHer ideas have a particular relevance to Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Haryana where the leopard-human conflict has taken a heavy toll."I am...
18 Apr, 2014, 02.12 AM IST
- Tarzan set to swing into 21st century
Supported by the estate of Edgar Rice Burroughs, creator of Tarzan, the series will be an updated version of the classic story aimed at kid...
02 Jul, 2010, 11.32 AM IST
- Feral dogs pose threat to wild animals in Sikkim
Dogs which once lived near army and paramilitary camps in Sikkim and survived on leftovers have turned feral attacking and killing wild ani...
07 Jun, 2009, 07.08 PM IST