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International Big Cat Alliance comes into force
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) has officially become a full-fledged inter-governmental organisation with 27 member countries. Its goal is to conserve seven big cat species globally, with India as the headquarters.
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Vantara partners with ACTP to reintroduce Spix's Macaws to Brazil
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The journey of restoring the Spix's macaw (Cyanopsitta spixii), a species declared extinct in the wild in 2000, has taken a major leap forward with Vantara's recent collaboration with the Association for the Conservation of Threatened Parrots (ACTP).
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Taiwan considers ban on ownership of 955 animals
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Taiwan's Ministry of Agriculture is proposing to ban the ownership and importation of 955 additional animal species, including raccoons and alligator snapping turtles, citing public safety and animal welfare concerns. The Department of Animal Welfare outlined criteria for the additions, whil
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Govt strives to boost blue economy: Goa CM Pramod Sawant
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The Chief Minister informed that various activities would be conducted such as a capacity-building workshop to impart knowledge of the fishing business, a live programme for entertainment, food culture, an aquarium gallery for information different species of fish, competition for kids and a
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GEER foundation study shows wolves inhabit 2,217.66 square kilometres acro
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Gujarat is renowned for its rich biodiversity across the country. The state government has consistently prioritised wildlife and ecosystem conservation, making numerous efforts to preserve both. The forests of Gujarat are home to many rare and sensitive species, including the Indian wolf. Un
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New Study Highlights the Threats of Illegal Ritualistic Hunts in West Beng
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 12: A new study highlights the grave impacts of illegal ritualistic hunts in West Bengal, India, where thousands of hunters gather during cultural or religious festivals to kill wildlife using traditional weapons such as bows, catapults, and spears. The research i
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MP: Gwalior Zoo takes special measures to protect animals from cold
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The zoo management has installed heaters, bulbs and curtains in various enclosures to ensure the creatures stay warm during the cold weather. The management has tailored the heating arrangements according to the specific needs of different species, ensuring that the animal receives the requi
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Saving Southeast Asian vegetable biodiversity
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Taipei [Taiwan], December 3: Vegetables are hugely important for human nutrition, and for diverse and resilient farming systems that generate income for smallholder producers, processors and traders. But, due to changes in the climate, diets and land use, we see a loss in crop diversity, wil
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Gujarat's 'Krishna Vad Abhiyan' enriches, elevates essence of 'Ek Ped Maa
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Gujarat has set an ambitious target of planting 17 crore trees by March 2025. Halol Municipality in Panchmahal district has undertaken a commendable initiative as part of the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign. In partnership with the Panchmahal Forest Department, Halol municipality is leading ef
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Three arrested in Andhra's Srikakulam for wildlife trafficking, rare wild
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Andhra Pradesh Forest officials arrested three people for illegal wildlife trafficking in Srikakulam on Tuesday. Intercepting their vehicle, the officials seized rare species of animals.
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COP29: Spiritual guru Sadhguru emphasises importance of microbial species,
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) is taking place in Azerbaijan's capital of Baku from November 11 to 22 and is aimed to agree on at least a ten-fold increase in the money that developed countries are mandated to make available.
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Genetic secrets of oriental hornet may lead to new alcohol detox methods
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Israeli researchers have identified the Oriental hornet as the first animal capable of consuming vast amounts of alcohol without experiencing the harmful effects that most species, including humans, typically do. Studying how they metabolize alcohol could reveal new insights into treating al
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