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Page-16 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.

Lion-Tailed Macaque Thrives in Human-Disturbed Forests

The lion-tailed macaque, one of India’s most endangered primates, is showing unusual population growth in the fragmented rainforests of the Anamalai Hills in the Western Ghats. However, scientists...

 February 13, 2026

Cyclone Gezani Devastates Madagascar’s Toamasina

Tropical Cyclone Gezani has caused severe destruction in Madagascar, killing at least 31 people, injuring dozens and displacing thousands as it crossed the Indian Ocean island with powerful...

 February 13, 2026

India’s Green Growth and Science-Based Targets

India’s rapid economic expansion is increasingly being viewed as a major factor in global climate action. Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) leaders have brought into light that India...

 February 13, 2026

Mud Volcano Erupts in Diglipur, Andaman

A mud volcano erupted suddenly in Diglipur in the Andaman Islands near Jol Tekri on 8 January, triggering concern among locals and visitors. The area was quickly secured...

 February 13, 2026

Vulture Conservation Milestone in Maharashtra

Maharashtra’s vulture conservation programme has recorded a notable success with the sighting of a Himalayan Griffon Vulture in Melghat, Amravati district. The species, usually associated with high-altitude regions,...

 February 10, 2026

Third Tigress Released in Sahyadri Tiger Reserve

A third tigress has been released into the wild at the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve in western Maharashtra, strengthening the state’s tiger reintroduction efforts. The tigress, officially designated STR-06,...

 February 9, 2026

Lyriothemis keralensis Discovered in Kerala

Researchers have confirmed a new dragonfly species, Lyriothemis keralensis, from the low-lying coastal regions of Kerala. Commonly called the Slender Bombardier, it was formally identified after more than...

 February 9, 2026

Thwaites Glacier and Seabed Curtain Project

Thwaites Glacier in West Antarctica has become a major climate concern because it is melting rapidly due to warming ocean waters linked to human-driven climate change. Often called...

 February 9, 2026

Eurasian Otter Returns to Kashmir Valley

The Eurasian Otter has reappeared in parts of the Kashmir Valley after being absent for decades, with fresh photographic evidence from Sindh Nalla in Ganderbal and repeated sightings...

 February 8, 2026

Two New Marine Worm Species Found in Bengal Coast

Researchers have identified two new marine worm species, or polychaetes, from the coastal areas of Digha and Bankiput in Purba Medinipur, West Bengal. The discovery adds to the...

 February 8, 2026

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