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.
Garbhanga Reserve Forest on the outskirts of Guwahati has yielded a newly identified ant species, underlining the ecological value of urban-adjacent forests. The species, named Polyrhachis garbhangaensis, belongs...
The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife has recommended approval for diversion of about 272 hectares of forest land for the Kopra medium irrigation project in...
A new species of trapdoor spider has been discovered in the grasslands of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra. The species has been named Titanidiops kolhapurensis after its place of...
The population of the sarus crane, Uttar Pradesh’s state bird, has increased in the latest winter census conducted across 68 forest divisions. The count rose from 19,994 in...
Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary in Gujarat has recorded more than five lakh birds across around 200 species in its latest census, marking a sharp rise from 4.12 lakh in...
Chichón volcano in southern Mexico has shown fresh signs of internal change, drawing renewed scientific attention to its crater lake. Elevated water temperatures, gas bubbling, sulphur formations and...
Indian Railways has introduced an artificial intelligence-enabled Intrusion Detection System to reduce elephant deaths and prevent train collisions in forest and wildlife-sensitive areas. The system has been developed...
Villages inside the Dholpur-Karauli Tiger Reserve will not be relocated without the consent of residents. The Rajasthan government has also indicated that compensation for human-wildlife conflict deaths may...
Guatemala’s Volcán de Fuego, one of Central America’s most active volcanoes, has produced a striking explosive eruption with bright lava fragments, ash emissions and loud detonations. The activity...
Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala has recorded a major rise in its known biodiversity after a recent faunal survey documented new species of birds, butterflies and odonates. The...
