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Page-23 of Conservation

Conservation is the protection of natural resources. It aims to preserve biodiversity and ecosystems. This practice is vital for sustainable development. It involves managing forests, water, and wildlife. Conservation efforts can include creating protected areas. Education and community involvement are essential. Effective conservation supports both the environment and local economies. It fosters a balance between human needs and nature's health.

Narpuh Sanctuary Under Pressure

Tucked away in the limestone hills of Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills, the Narpuh Wildlife Sanctuary has emerged as a critical ecological refuge even as it faces mounting human...

 December 18, 2025

Discovery of New Freshwater Fish Genus Koima

Recent research has revealed a new genus of freshwater fish named Koima, endemic to the Western Ghats of India. This discovery was made by a team from Kerala...

 November 16, 2024

New Jumping Spider Species Discovered in Pune

Recent studies in Pune have led to the discovery of a new species of jumping spider. This important finding emerged from the research of Atharva Kulkarni, a post-graduate...

 November 9, 2024

India’s Biodiversity Action Plan 2024

India reaffirmed its commitment to biodiversity conservation by submitting the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) to the United Nations. This plan articulates 23 national targets aligned...

 November 4, 2024

Future of Biodiversity and Livestock

The 16th Conference of Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity brought into light a critical intersection between livestock management and biodiversity conservation. Experts gathered to propose...

 November 4, 2024

Human-Driven Evolution in Insects

Recently, the ongoing discourse surrounding biodiversity and evolutionary biology has intensified, particularly regarding the impact of human activities on natural ecosystems. Recent studies have brought into light alarming...

 November 1, 2024

Pseudomelanistic Tigers Explained

Recently, an important conservation effort unfolded when a tigress from the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra was relocated to the Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha. This move aimed...

 November 1, 2024

Clouded Leopard Reintroduction

Recent studies indicate that Taiwan, once home to the clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa), may have the potential for reintroducing this vulnerable species. Approximately 38% of Taiwan's land area...

 October 29, 2024

Migratory Birds and Conservation

Recent observations indicate an important influx of migratory birds at Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary, located in Nagapattinam district. Approximately 30,000 birds have been documented, marking this...

 October 29, 2024

Tiger Translocation in Odisha

The recent translocation of a female tiger from Maharashtra’s Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve to Similipal Tiger Reserve marks an important effort to enhance genetic diversity within Odisha's tiger population....

 October 29, 2024

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