Category: Species in news
Sea Weed | Sea Weed Cultivation in India
India’s seaweed farming sector, currently valued at Rs 200 crore, is projected to expand to Rs 3,277 crore over the next decade.
Great White Shark
A 20-year study in South Africa revealed that the decline of Great White Sharks disrupted marine ecosystems.
Anthurium | Floriculture in India
APEDA facilitated first-ever export of Anthurium Flowers from Mizoram to Singapore.
Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary | Indian Long-Billed Vulture
Rare sighting of the Indian Long-Billed Vulture (Indian Vulture) at Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary.
Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary | Sambar Deer
Recently a study was conducted using the line transect method and trap cameras to estimate sambar population.
Caracal
Recently, first photographic record of Caracal was shared from Rajasthan’s Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve.
Mangroves
T.N.’s mangrove cover grows to 9,039 ha in 2024, has significant carbon stock: report
Seagrass
Seagrass conservation key to global biodiversity and climate targets, studies show
Narwhals
Scientists have, for the first time, documented narwhals using their iconic tusks for hunting fish, foraging, and playing, while also examining their adaptation to Arctic climate change.
Sri Lankamalleswara Sanctuary | Red Sanders
Archaeological Survey of India has discovered ancient rock art and inscriptions within Sri Lankamalleswara sanctuary.
Gharials
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister released 10 gharials into the Chambal River at the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary in Morena.