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Elephant encounters: Scientists tracked elephants for 19 years in Botswana and found that year-long droughts pushed them toward human settlements, raising the risk of dangerous encountersAfrican elephants are increasingly venturing closer to human settlements as prolonged droughts persist, a new study reveals. Research from ...
A GPS-tracked wolf jumped into a Swiss lake, and what happened next stunned expertsA lone wolf, M637, stunned Swiss researchers by swimming across the frigid Lake Lucerne, a journey of about 1.5 kilometers. This remarkable...
Assam mother nursed a wild civet cub like her third child. 17 years later, when her son opened NCERT book, he couldn't believe what he sawAn Assam family's act of kindness in rescuing and raising an orphaned civet cub, Bhakat, in 2009 has unexpectedly found its way into an NCE...
When the Black Death killed half of Europe in the 1340s, ecologists expected the land to bloom; instead, plant diversity plummeted for 150 years until farming returnedA new study reveals the Black Death's devastating impact on Europe's plant life. The plague's population crash led to a sharp decline in pl...
India’s most unusual village where cobras roam freely through homes and snakes are treated like familySnake village of India: Shetphal, a village in Maharashtra often called the “Snake Village of India,” is known for its unusual coexistence ...
Let cohabiting dogs and humans beIndia presents a unique landscape where street dogs are embraced as part of the urban tapestry. Unlike their Western counterparts, who may ...
Why macaques and humans start copying each other in shared spacesHumans and macaques are developing shared social behaviors. These monkeys learn from people in unexpected ways. Scientists observe mutual b...
How to keep snakes out without killing them: The habitat tweak list that actually worksSnakes visit properties seeking shelter and food. Experts advise homeowners to remove brush piles, wood, rocks, and dense vegetation. These...
The surprising danger of covering leftovers with aluminum foilContrary to popular belief, cats approaching humans often seek security, not just affection or food. Research indicates cats form secure at...
Raccoons Are Getting Smarter About Trash CansUrban raccoons demonstrate remarkable intelligence, solving complex trash can challenges through trial and error and learning from experien...
Energy shock ripples from kitchens to forests as Africa and South Asia grapple with rising fuel costsGlobal fuel price hikes are pushing families in Kenya and India back to burning charcoal and wood. This reversal threatens years of progres...
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,...
‘Big Boy’ a well known bear found dead on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast; investigation underwayA large adult black bear, known locally as 'Big Boy,' was discovered deceased on a residential road on the Sunshine Coast. The BC Conservat...
Overpass connecting multiple wildlife habitats opened for one-sided traffic near RanthamboreA vital overpass on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Ranthambore National Park is now open for one-way traffic. This innovative structure a...
Pawan Kalyan launches project HANUMAN to tackle human-wildlife conflictAndhra Pradesh has launched Project HANUMAN to tackle human-wildlife conflict. The initiative aims to protect villages and wildlife. It inc...
In Gujarat, lions are royalty. But what happens when there’s no room for the Crown?India's successful conservation efforts have led to a surge in populations of lions, tigers, leopards, and cheetahs, creating a challenge o...
Sadhguru hails Vantara as a visionary sanctuary for wildlifeVantara sanctuary in Jamnagar stands out for its dedication to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, combining medical care with conservation...
World Snake Day: Why you should be extra careful during rainy season and how to stay safeWorld Snake Day 2024 (Google Trends): Snake Day, observed on July 16, educates the public about snakes' ecological roles, dispels myths, an...
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...
Review projects in forests: Karnataka Elephant Task ForceA task force set up by the Karnataka high court has recommended for a time-bound review of clearances granted or pending for various projec...