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For sale on Facebook: monkeys, rhino horn and dead pangolins- Scientists just trained AI to spot hidden seahorses, shark fins, and sea cucumbers in airport X-ray scans, and the 86% to 96% detection rates could give customs officers a new way to catch marine wildlife smugglers
- Former sea turtle hunters in Cabo Verde are now guarding nesting beaches, and the shift has helped drive illegal killings on Boa Vista down from 1,253 in 2007 to just 20 by 2024
- In the 1950s, Swiss farmers intensified and mechanized their fields; nine decades of records now reveal an unexpected divide: butterflies are still struggling, while forest beetles have fully bounced backButterflies and beetles are disappearing at an alarming rate. A Swiss study reveals significant butterfly losses since 1930, linked to farm...15 Jun, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
- 18 koalas moved to Kangaroo Island in the 1920s; a century on, 27,000 descendants are stripping eucalyptus bare and risk mass starvationKoalas are overpopulating in South Australia's Mount Lofty Ranges. This boom threatens eucalyptus forests, their food source. Scientists pr...15 Jun, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Harrison Ford: 'If I were a serious person, I'd probably have a...' - The inspiring success philosophy that guided a Hollywood iconQuote of the day by Harrison Ford: Hollywood icon Harrison Ford, known for Han Solo and Indiana Jones, reflects on his career with a humble...10 Jun, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
- The Emerald Labyrinth: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers curated nature trails and context-rich travelLouisiana is unveiling its quieter side with the Year of Outdoors campaign. Travelers can explore winding bayous and wetlands through guide...08 Jun, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
- Faroe Islands whale hunt: Over 700 dolphins and whales killed in annual grind tradition sparks global outrageThe Faroe Islands witnessed a mass killing of over 700 whales and dolphins in a traditional hunt. This ancient practice, known as the 'grin...05 Jun, 2026, 02.11 AM IST
- Hawaiians spotted sea turtles with mysterious 'graffiti' on their backs, and it sparked a 600-person mission to save the speciesHawaiian sea turtles, known as honu, were found with white markings on their shells. Initially causing confusion, federal scientists turned...30 May, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
- Why scientists are racing to protect animal traditions before they disappearWildlife conservation is shifting focus. Experts now emphasize preserving animal traditions, behavior, and social skills. This new approach...19 May, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
- Earth Day 2026: How Canadian cities are turning April 22 into action, from clean-ups to climate learningEarth Day 2026 sees Canadians actively participating in environmental protection. From Quebec's wildlife cleanup to British Columbia's shor...22 Apr, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
- Supreme Court directs Jharkhand to notify 126 compartments as Saranda wildlife sanctuaryThe Supreme Court has ordered the Jharkhand government to declare 126 compartments of the Saranda forest as a wildlife sanctuary within thr...13 Nov, 2025, 03.44 PM IST
- A walk on the wild sideThe podcast episode Kenya's Wildlife Warriors highlights conservationist Paula Kahumbu's endeavors to reconnect Kenyans with their natural ...11 Feb, 2025, 11.29 PM IST
- Changing Deccan Plateau landscape discussed at workshopA workshop to discuss the changing Deccan Plateau landscape was organised by BNHS at Solapur on the occasion of World Wildlife Day.11 Mar, 2015, 07.05 PM IST
- Don't use egret feathers for festive decorations: NGOTrade in wildlife parts and the resultant poaching continues to be a major threat in the survival of several species of fauna in India and ...11 Oct, 2013, 06.52 PM IST
- 318 villages taken out of sanctuary area in Himachal's ChambaFive wildlife sanctuary areas of Chamba district have been taken out of sanctuary area enabling the residents of these areas to avail benef...23 Sep, 2013, 05.31 PM IST
- Wildlife Week celebrations at Chandraprabha SanctuaryA series of programmes would be organised at the Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary of the Kashi Wildlife Division to celebrate the National ...05 Oct, 2012, 07.18 AM IST
- Biodiversity conservation gets a pushThe state forest department has developed a plan for conservation of the rich biodiversity outside the protected forest areas, that is, wil...16 Apr, 2012, 06.24 AM IST
- Despite PM push, MoEF looks to block tribal rights in parksThe MoEF has pitched for an amendment of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1976, that will ensure that the rights of forest dwellers and tribals...30 Jul, 2010, 02.59 AM IST
- Endangered leopards battling for survivalLike tigers, endangered leopards too are battling for survival with as many as 160 already dead so far since this January in the country ag...18 May, 2010, 12.58 PM IST
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