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Page-14 of Ecology

Ecology studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment. It examines ecosystems, biodiversity, and the impact of human activities. Understanding ecology is crucial for conservation efforts. It informs policies on sustainable development. Ecological balance is vital for health and well-being. Awareness of ecological issues can lead to better environmental practices. Protecting ecosystems benefits both nature and humanity.

Floreana Island Giant Tortoises Reintroduced

More than 150 giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island in Ecuador’s Galapagos archipelago, marking the return of a species that had vanished from the island more...

 February 23, 2026

Star-Shelled Tortoise Rescued in Amrabad Tiger Reserve Fire

A star-shelled tortoise was rescued from a fast-spreading ground fire in the Amrabad Tiger Reserve in Telangana, where forest staff fought a 20-hour blaze in the Domalapenta range....

 February 23, 2026

Mount Kanlaon Erupts Over Negros Island

Mount Kanlaon, one of the Philippines’ most active volcanoes, erupted on Thursday and sent a tall plume of ash and smoke over Negros Island. The eruption triggered fresh...

 February 21, 2026

Smooth-Coated Otters Recorded in Nandhaur Sanctuary

The Uttarakhand Forest Department has officially recorded smooth-coated otters in Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary for the first time. The rare semi-aquatic mammals were captured through camera traps and mobile...

 February 21, 2026

Indian Grey Hornbill Named Tirupattur Bird

The Indian Grey Hornbill has been selected as the ‘Bird of Tirupattur’ district through a public poll conducted by the Forest Department in Tamil Nadu. The month-long exercise...

 February 20, 2026

Lake Victoria Turns Toxic Green

Lake Victoria, the world’s largest tropical lake, is undergoing severe eutrophication, with persistent cyanobacterial blooms turning large stretches of water toxic green. The lake supports millions of people...

 February 19, 2026

Mumbai to Host Earthshot Prize 2026

Mumbai will host the Earthshot Prize 2026 in November, marking the first time the global environmental award will be held in India. The multi-day event will bring international...

 February 19, 2026

Hornbill Restaurants Planned in Udanti Sitanadi

Hornbill conservation efforts have been expanded in the Udanti Sitanadi Tiger Reserve (USTR) in Chhattisgarh through the creation of six hornbill restaurants. The initiative aims to support the...

 February 19, 2026

Kerala Declares Tidal Flooding State-Specific Disaster

Kerala has declared flooding caused by tidal rise along its coastline as a State-specific disaster, marking the first such decision by any State in India. The move allows...

 February 19, 2026

Loggerhead Turtles Face Climate Change Stress

Climate change is altering the breeding biology of loggerhead turtles, one of the world’s most widespread sea turtle species. A long-term study from Cabo Verde, off the West...

 February 18, 2026

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