The last feral horses of India
Nov 16, 2024, at 09:07 pm
The Dibru Saikhowa National Park in Assam is the only place in India with a population of feral horses. These horses are believed to be descendants of war horses from World War II, while other theories suggest they could be descendants of China’s Przewalski’s horses. The horses face threats from smuggling and dwindling grazing grounds and habitat. Mongabay-India correspondent Nabarun Guha reports
Rajasthan forms probe committee after 25 tigers go missing from Ranthambore National Park
Nov 10, 2024, at 03:02 pm
Jaipur/IBNS: One-third of 75 tigers at the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve has prompted the Rajasthan Chief Wildlife Warden to constitute a probe committee, media reports said.
Beluga Whale Hvaldimir was shot dead, claims animal rights groups
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:07 pm
Animal rights groups have claimed preliminary investigations showed Beluga Whale Hvaldimir, which was recently found dead off the Norwegian coast, was 'killed by gunshot wounds'.
White beluga whale Hvaldimir, dubbed 'Russian Spy', found dead off Norwegian coast
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:10 pm
A white beluga whale, which was often suspected to have been trained by Russia to act as its spy but conservationists said had bridged the gap between humans and wild animals in a way that few can, was found dead off the Norwegian coast recently.
Minor girl dies after wolves attack her in UP's Bahraich
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:10 pm
A two-year-old girl died and three others were injured after wolves attacked them on Sunday night in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich, media reports said.
Elephant, who strayed into Bengal's village, dies after being attacked with spike rods, fireballs
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:17 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: An elephant reportedly died after it was attacked by 'hulla' groups in West Bengal's Jhargram who wanted to drive it out of the area.
Chhattisgarh: Woman bravely rescues snake from office with bare hands, video goes viral
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:28 pm
Catching a live snake can be a nightmare for the ordinary but it is nothing but a casual act for animal rescuer Ajita Pandey who recently showcased her skill in capturing the reptile which sneaked into the DLS PG College's Office premises in Bilaspur city of Chhattisgarh.
Sri Lanka: Elephant goes on rampage during religious procession, 13 hurt
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
At least 13 people were injured after an elephant went on a rampage in Sri Lanka on Saturday.
UNESCO designates eleven new biosphere reserves to global list
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Friday designated 11 new biosphere reserves, recognizing their importance for conserving biodiversity and cultural heritage.
Maharashtra: Crocodile caught on camera moving on the road in Ratnagiri amid heavy rainfall
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm
Maharashtra's Ratnagiri was left shocked when a crocodile was seen walking the streets of the city amid heavy rainfall.
‘Untold harm to nature’ from wildlife trafficking, says UN crime agency
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Despite two decades of worldwide efforts, more than 4,000 precious wildlife species still fall prey to trafficking every year, a new report by the UN crime and drugs prevention office, UNODC, showed on Monday.
Assam's Kaziranga National Park registers highest revenue in 50 years
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Kaziranga National Park of Assam, known for its one-horned rhinos, has registered its maximum revenue in the past 50 years, media reports said.
Pet dog bites girl inside Noida housing society lift, video goes viral
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
A video has gone viral on social media which shows a young girl attacked by a pet dog inside the lift of a posh Noida housing society.
PETA India offers live-saving tips for caring animals amid rising temperature
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:17 pm
As temperatures soar, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India is offering life-saving tips on caring for animals.
West Bengal Forest Department books man for illegal possession of Parakeets
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:17 pm
Following a concerned citizen’s report about Alexandrine parakeets being kept in a small dingy cage at a man’s residence, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India said it worked with North 24 Parganas forest officials to rescue the birds and register a preliminary offence report (POR) against the alleged illegal custodian.
Hundreds of turtles killed through electrocution in Pakistan, locals demand action
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:17 pm
In a heart-wrenching episode, hundreds of turtles were killed through electrocution in Chiniot region of Pakistan, media reports said on Sunday
World's largest snake, Ana Julia, found dead in Brazil
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:17 pm
A giant anaconda, recently discovered and thought to be among the largest in the world, has been found dead, media reports said.
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:17 pm
India’s alarmingly low greater one-horned rhino population prompted the government to announce a conservation programme in 2005. Eighteen sub-adult rhinos were translocated from Kaziranga National Park and Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary to Manas National Park in 2008 to revive the population there. A new study calls the translocation project a success and puts forward recommendations to ensure the future survival of the newly established rhino population at Manas. Mongabay India correspondent Arathi Menon reports
Cheetah 'Gamini' gives birth to 5 cubs in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:18 pm
New Delhi: A female Cheetah 'Gamini' gave birth to five cubs in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park, increasing the total count of big cats in the country to 26, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav said in a social media post.
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:18 pm
Three carcasses of a fully grown leopard along with its two cubs were found in an apple orchard in Rampur Sub Division in mysterious circumstances. District Forest Officer Hardev Negi said the carcasses were found on Friday.
Human ingenuity can help to save nature, Guterres says on World Wildlife Day
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:18 pm
UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for action now to protect nature in his message to mark World Wildlife Day on Sunday.
Leopard found dead under mysterious circumstances in Tamil Nadu forest
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:19 pm
A male leopard was found dead under mysterious circumstances at Cherambadi Forest Range in Gudalur forest division in the hilly Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu on Sunday.
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:19 pm
Scientists from the British Antarctic Survey have discovered four previously unknown emperor penguin breeding sites.
Love is love: More animals show same-sex bonding in new study
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:19 pm
A new study adds to a growing list of some 1,500 animal species in which same-sex sexual behaviour is documented. Interest in this research is expanding after a long history of stigma within the field that led some earlier scientists to withhold evidence of same-sex sexual behaviour among animals. Mongabay correspondent Swati Thapa reports
10th Cheetah dies at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:19 pm
Bhopal/IBNS: A cheetah died in the Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday afternoon, marking it the 10th such death since their reintroduction in India in 2022.
Human-Animal Conflict: Is controlling the population of these species a solution?
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:19 pm
A new report by the Wildlife Institute of India suggests population control of four species that are most in conflict with humans. The study was done in pursuit of a humane solution to increasing conflicts with certain species, as some states were considering culling. Researchers insist that the report provides only baseline information and the solutions will remain on paper without long-term study and data collection. Mongabay-India's Arathi Menon reports
Harike welcomes migratory guests amidst winter’s belated arrival
Sep 08, 2024, at 11:49 pm
As winter reluctantly unfolds its icy embrace across Northern India, the Harike wetland in Punjab witnesses a delayed but enthusiastic arrival of migratory birds. Approximately 40,000 to 50,000 feathered travelers have descended upon the region, transforming the wetland into a vibrant haven for avian enthusiasts and conservationists alike.
'Purrs in the wild!' Namibian Cheetah Aasha births three cubs in MP's Kuno National Park
Sep 08, 2024, at 11:49 pm
New Delhi: Union Minister Environment and Forest Minister Bhupender Yadav on Wednesday shared the news of the birth of three cubs by Namibian Cheetah Aasha at the Kuno National Park located in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur district.
Tigress, resting atop Gurudwara wall in UP's Pilibhit, captivates onlookers with unusual sight
Sep 08, 2024, at 11:49 pm
Pilibhit (UP): People in Athkona village in Uttar Pradesh’s Pilibhit district were stunned on Tuesday when they spotted an adult tigress perched on a wall, peacefully enjoying the winter sunshine. While the spectacle drew thousands of onlookers triggering a chaos, forest officials managed to rescue the big cat by tranquilizing it later.
Woman killed in wild buffalo attack in Asaam's Kaziranga
Sep 08, 2024, at 11:49 pm
Kaziranga (Assam): A woman died after she was attacked by a wild buffalo near Agoratoli range in Assam's Kaziranga National Park on Thursday, officials said.