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7 bird species you are likely to spot in India this summer
May 18, 2026 16:00 IST
Summer in India brings with it a chorus of bird calls, colourful sightings, and increased bird activity.
Beyond Tigers: 10 amazing animals you can easily see in Ranthambore
May 17, 2026 16:56 IST
Ranthambore’s wild side goes far beyond the tiger safari.
The bizarre reason camels are fed salt before long journeys
May 16, 2026 18:00 IST
The pre-expedition salt feeding practice is part of traditional desert knowledge
‘Found nowhere else on Earth…’: The elusive, golden-furred Nilgiri Marten captures hearts online
May 15, 2026 15:55 IST
As a rare Nilgiri Marten sighting charms the internet, conservationists warn that the Western Ghats’ fragile ecosystems, and the species that depend on them are disappearing fast.
Panting, drooling, restlessness: Signs your dog could be suffering from heatstroke
May 14, 2026 13:56 IST
Protect your dog this summer by recognising heatstroke symptoms and learning vital, expert-backed prevention strategies.
Top places to spot black panthers in India
May 13, 2026 15:00 IST
Rare and mysterious, here’s where you might glimpse India’s black panther in the wild
Darwin’s caracara: All about the rare bird tied to scientist identified as ‘patient zero’ in hantavirus outbreak
May 12, 2026 17:03 IST
Anyone working in remote wildlife environments should treat zoonotic disease exposure as a serious occupational risk.
More than a mating call: Why frog croaks are actually tiny weather reports
May 10, 2026 15:00 IST
The study was originally published in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, and is still being debated on.
8 animals that stay cool in the scorching summer heat
May 9, 2026 17:00 IST
While humans struggle in scorching temperatures, some animals are built to survive in the harshest summer conditions.
‘Being forced into human spaces’: Wildlife experts on ‘rare’ rusty-spotted cat sighting
May 7, 2026 20:00 IST
The rare sighting of a rusty-spotted cat and its kitten near Delhi is reigniting concerns over habitat loss, urban expansion, and the crumbling ecological balance of the Aravallis.
Hawai’s birds didn’t vanish the way we were told: New study overturns 50-year-old belief
May 7, 2026 10:06 IST
For decades, it was believed that indigenous Hawaiians hunted native waterbirds to extinction.
New Myanmar snake species puzzles scientists with its shifting looks
May 5, 2026 21:00 IST
The snake has been named after Ayeyarwady River, the largest and one of the most important rivers in Myanmar.
Eight rare animals you are unlikely to ever see in person
May 4, 2026 23:00 IST
Hidden in dense forests, icy mountains, and remote oceans, these animals have mastered the art of staying unseen.
The Pinocchio mystery: Why scientists were fooled by this chameleon
May 3, 2026 15:53 IST
The study suggests that these chameleons’ elongated snouts evolve surprisingly quickly, and are likely influenced by female mate choice.
Vet explains how noise above 120 decibels affects a bird’s nervous system
May 4, 2026 15:10 IST
A wedding procession turned fatal for a poultry farm in Sultanpur. Here is what happened.
‘Rare jewel of Eastern Ghats’: Why Pawan Kalyan is championing the survival of endangered Peacock Tarantula
May 1, 2026 12:00 IST
The species is currently critically endangered, fighting against habitat loss, degradation and rampant, illegal pet trade for exotic species.
Why some snakes show up in the same spot every year
April 30, 2026 20:00 IST
Removing the snake from your property alone isn’t enough. It’s crucial to address the root causes that attracted the snake in the first place.
The story of Colombia’s ‘cocaine hippos,’ and why they have become a threat to native biodiversity
April 29, 2026 16:00 IST
Colombia’s Environment Minister Irene Vélez recently defended the decision to euthanise up to 80 hippos, citing previous attempts such as sterilisation and relocation, which had proved "costly and ineffective."
Discover the animals that build the most intricate nests
April 28, 2026 19:00 IST
From underwater architects to underground engineers, these animals prove nesting isn’t just for birds.
10 deadly snakes in India you should never take lightly
May 2, 2026 05:48 IST
From the infamous “Big Four” to lesser-known killers, these snakes are among India’s most dangerous reptiles.
Is your dog snubbing your friends? Why your pet might be secretly judging your social circle
April 26, 2026 19:00 IST
Studies in animal behaviour reveal that dogs are careful observers of human relationships. By reading body language and tone, they can identify who is uncooperative or negative toward their owners.
Meet the Galapagos Finch that drinks blood to survive
April 25, 2026 23:00 IST
The vampire finch may look innocent at first, but it has developed a remarkable feeding behaviour that has captivated many.
Tiger, leopard and cheetah spotted together in Ranthambore: Why a conservationist calls it a ‘rare’ wildlife moment
April 25, 2026 14:52 IST
The rare Ranthambore sighting of three apex predators in one landscape may be less about wildlife wonder and more about habitat pressure, shrinking corridors and survival in crowded forests.
How animals use fake eyes to intimidate their enemies
April 23, 2026 17:54 IST
Some animals don’t rely on strength or speed to survive. Instead, they use fake eye patterns called eyespots to confuse predators.
Unseen, unheard for over a decade: Five ‘missing’ bird species found in 2025
April 22, 2026 16:00 IST
Once thought lost, these elusive birds have reappeared after years of silence.
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