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Endangered Species

Endangered species face the threat of extinction. Habitat loss, poaching, and climate change contribute to their decline. Conservation efforts aim to protect these vulnerable animals and plants. Laws and regulations are in place to safeguard their habitats. Awareness campaigns educate the public about their importance. Preserving biodiversity is crucial for ecological balance and cultural heritage. Every species plays a role in our ecosystem.

Dolphin Conservation Efforts Stalled in Bihar

The conservation of the Gangetic river dolphin, an endangered species in India, faces important challenges. The National Dolphin...

 November 19, 2024

Darjeeling Zoo’s Revolutionary Conservation Efforts

The Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park in Darjeeling is pioneering conservation for Himalayan species. In June 2024, it became...

 November 7, 2024

Mizo-Carnivorous Conservation Project

Recent developments in Pune have brought into light the urgent need for wildlife conservation, particularly concerning five key...

 October 29, 2024

Western Hoolock Gibbons: Conservation Challenges

As of 2024, the Western Hoolock gibbon, India's only ape species, faces severe threats to its survival, primarily...

 October 25, 2024

Endemic Species of India: Flora and Fauna

India, with its diverse landscapes and climatic conditions, is a biodiversity hotspot, harboring a rich tapestry of flora...

 January 18, 2024

Invasive Species and Biodiversity

Biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, is crucial for maintaining ecological balance and sustaining life. However, the...

 January 16, 2024

Conservation of Endangered Ecosystems

The Earth is a delicate tapestry of interconnected ecosystems that support a myriad of life forms. However, human...

 January 5, 2024

New Species of Spider

Two new spider species, Palpimanus Godawan and Palpimanus Maldhok, have been identified in the Rajasthan Desert National Park...

 September 12, 2023

Endangered Sturgeons

A recently released report titled "Poaching of sturgeon: A continuing threat to the survival of wild sturgeon in...

 July 5, 2023

Myanmar’s Critically Endangered Burmese Peacock Softshell Turtles

In a recent breakthrough for conservation efforts, the critically endangered Burmese peacock softshell turtles have hatched and embarked...

 June 26, 2023

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