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7 animals you can’t keep as pets at home
October 8, 2025 20:40 IST
Under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, several wild and exotic species such as tigers, blackbucks, elephants, snakes, and red pandas cannot be kept as pets.
10 fascinating animals you might encounter on your trip to the Himalayan region
October 8, 2025 13:28 IST
Spanning India, Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, and Pakistan, the region is home to some of the most elusive and majestic wildlife species
Did you know: Sharks are older than dinosaurs
October 7, 2025 16:25 IST
Unlike dinosaurs, which disappeared around 66 million years ago due to a mass extinction event, sharks have survived multiple global catastrophes
Meet one of the rarest and most elusive animals on Earth that even scientists don’t know much about it
October 6, 2025 14:27 IST
Even scientists don’t know as much as they’d like because these elusive animals tend to stay out of sight, living in remote, dense forests that are tough to explore
Getting paid to cuddle pandas? Only in China
October 12, 2025 07:42 IST
Pandas may look playful, but in captivity they often prefer solitude. That’s why China’s Chengdu Research Base hires professional panda cuddlers—humans who provide warmth, play, and care.
What are pygmy hippos and where to find one
October 4, 2025 17:15 IST
A baby pygmy hippopotamus named ‘Hugo’ has made history as the first of its kind born at Michigan’s John Ball Zoo. Native to West Africa, pygmy hippos are rare, forest-dwelling herbivores with fewer than 2,500 individuals left in the wild, primarily found in Liberia and Guinea.
7 animal, bird species that went extinct in the last 6 years
October 4, 2025 15:49 IST
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) warns that more than 42,000 species now face the threat of extinction.
‘Kaziranga welcomes an old guest’: Assam CM Himanta celebrates return of painted storks after 4 years
October 4, 2025 11:21 IST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said the state's conservation efforts have paid off and the return of the painted stork proved it.
7 of the world’s most endangered species on the verge of extinction
October 3, 2025 18:27 IST
Rising global temperatures and deforestation are pushing wildlife closer to the edge. The IUCN Red list warns that over 47,000 species are on the verge of extinction.
These islands have the deadliest snakes on Earth
October 3, 2025 17:08 IST
Brazil's snake island is home to thousands of venomous snakes, especially to the critically endangered golden lancehead viper while China's Shedao island harbours more than 20,000 pit vipers.
10 of the slowest animals in the world
October 2, 2025 16:30 IST
These animals prove that being slow doesn’t mean being weak. In fact, their leisurely pace helps them survive, whether by avoiding predators, conserving energy, or blending into their surroundings
Unicorns exist in real life too — in the ocean. Medieval Europe’s royals paid gajillions for their horns
October 1, 2025 14:31 IST
Back in medieval Europe, this animal's tusks were misleadingly sold as real unicorn horns. Royal families paid huge amounts of money for them, believing they had magical powers or could detect poison.
8 animals that have the best eyesight
September 30, 2025 11:30 IST
Whether it’s spotting prey from kilometres away or detecting light patterns invisible to us, the animal kingdom boasts some stunning visual talents. Let’s look at a few creatures renowned for having the best eyesight—according to science.
Meet the hairy ‘Wolverine’ frog that breaks its own bones to mate
September 29, 2025 15:30 IST
What makes this amphibian truly bizarre is its survival strategy: when threatened or in the mood to mate, it literally breaks its own bones to unleash sharp claws through its skin. Yes, you read that right.
Nine statues that honour loyal pets around the world
September 28, 2025 18:30 IST
A look at nine remarkable statues around the world that honour pets whose loyalty and love left a lasting legacy.
What to do after a monkey bite: First aid, rabies risk, and expert advice
September 27, 2025 16:30 IST
Any person bitten by a monkey needs immediate medical attention
Parenting isn’t just for humans; 8 animals that don’t abandon their young ones after giving birth
September 26, 2025 12:30 IST
From elephants to spiders, some species go above and beyond to protect, teach, and stay close to their little ones. Let’s take a look at a few animals known for being truly devoted parents.
Not just chameleons, these 8 animals can also change their colour
September 25, 2025 14:30 IST
Animals achieve colour changes through specialised cells in their skin. Nature has perfected the art of disguise, and these colour-changing animals prove just how extraordinary evolution can be
Meet the animal with the most painful sting in the entire world, which people say feels like being shot
September 24, 2025 12:31 IST
Measuring up to 1.2 inches in length, bullet ants are large for ants, with reddish-black bodies and powerful mandibles
From sloths to birds, these 6 animals have been growing smaller over time; understand why
September 23, 2025 17:25 IST
Evolution doesn’t always mean “bigger is better.” Sometimes, being small is the smartest move
This fish uses its fin as feet to walk on land
September 22, 2025 11:30 IST
Unlike most fish, mudskippers have strong, muscular pectoral fins that they use almost like arms
Five times pets took the mayor’s seat and charmed the town
September 21, 2025 17:29 IST
In a world full of political drama, these furry and feathered mayors show us that sometimes, the best leaders don’t need a campaign, but a wag, a purr, and a cheerful cluck!
Meet ‘Rinkhal’ snake, the only non-cobra that spits venom and fakes its death
September 20, 2025 11:30 IST
The rinkhal is a unique snake from Southern Africa that has mastered two incredible defensive tactics.
Know all about the animal that has the ability to live forever (yes, you read that right)
September 19, 2025 11:31 IST
From jellyfish that can reset their life clock to sharks that have witnessed centuries, Earth is home to some truly age-defying creatures.
This beetle may be the size of your palm but is one of the strongest animals
September 18, 2025 15:30 IST
From towering elephants to pocket-sized beetles, strength shows up in unexpected places in the animal world
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