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10 rare animals you can only see in India
July 7, 2025 14:27 IST
If you’re an avid wildlife enthusiast, exploring India’s national parks and wildlife reserves may give you a once-in-a-lifetime chance to witness these extraordinary creatures in their natural environment
7 incredible animals that change colour — and why they do it
July 6, 2025 10:30 IST
They blend into their surroundings to avoid being hunted down, communicate, temperature control, and even mating displays.
Lyssavirus is rare, but deadly — what should you do if bat bites you?
July 5, 2025 19:30 IST
Human infection with bat lyssavirus occurs through direct contact with infected bat saliva via bites, scratches or open skin.
Should you get your pet sterilised?
July 5, 2025 11:30 IST
Each pet is unique, and the decision to sterilise should consider factors such as breed-specific risks, lifestyle, and health conditions.
Yes, cockroaches can live without their heads — here’s the bizarre biology behind it
July 4, 2025 15:26 IST
Cockroaches, unlike humans and other organisms, don't rely on their heads for many critical life functions.
This animal, living in pre-historic era, had a jaw as big as a saltwater crocodile — the largest living reptile on Earth
July 3, 2025 16:25 IST
A jaw dug up in Australia measured a frightening 1.6 m, and it packed double the bite force of today’s crocodiles.
This snake eats its mate after having sex; 7 other animals that do the same
July 2, 2025 16:27 IST
Sexual cannibalism is a complex behaviour observed in various species, often serving reproductive or nutritional purposes
This common Indian household insect can crawl into your ears while you sleep
July 3, 2025 18:24 IST
These nocturnal creatures are drawn to warmth, darkness and narrow crevices, making the human ear an unintentional but ideal shelter
Tigers vs leopards: Who would win in a fight?
June 30, 2025 11:30 IST
Understand the real-world differences in size, strength, and survival tactics of a tiger and a leopard.
10 of the most unique colourful insects found in the wild
June 29, 2025 10:33 IST
Distinguished by pinks, yellows, and purples straight out of a Starburst wrapper, the rosy maple moth is one of the smallest, with just a two-inch maximum wingspan.
Vaccinations you need to get your cat
June 28, 2025 12:30 IST
Discussing your pet’s health history and any past adverse reactions with your veterinarian is crucial to ensuring their safety.
Meet one of the only birds in the world known to be toxic
June 27, 2025 14:26 IST
What makes the hooded pitohui so unusual is the poison it carries, know all about it.
5 reasons octopuses are nature’s most mysterious geniuses
June 26, 2025 17:29 IST
Many don’t know this, but octopuses are the ultimate ocean escape artists and problem-solvers.
Get rid of fruit flies or phal makkhi hovering over your vegetable basket with these expert-approved tips
June 25, 2025 13:30 IST
Leaving traps out too long is also another common mistake. Traps should be refreshed every couple of days to keep working well.
Debunking 8 common myths surrounding desi nuskhas promising to cure bee stings — watch out for number 2
June 25, 2025 09:44 IST
The goal of evidence-based treatment is to limit venom absorption, control inflammation, prevent secondary infection, and monitor for systemic complications.
How do woodpeckers not get a concussion after all that pecking?
June 23, 2025 13:26 IST
Woodpeckers don’t get headaches. They don’t suffer from concussions. And they don’t need tiny woodpecker-sized helmets. Their secret? A brilliant combination of evolution, anatomy—and yes, their tongue
22 chirps = 17°C?: How crickets became nature’s living thermometers
June 22, 2025 10:29 IST
According to the Reconnect With Nature website, it is believed, however, that Dolbear was listening to a snowy tree cricket, a species that has earned itself the nickname "thermometer cricket."
Should you let your dog sleep on your bed? We ask a vet
June 21, 2025 14:28 IST
Ultimately, what matters most is ensuring that your pet has a safe, consistent, and comfortable place to sleep — whether that’s your bed or their own
Rare oarfish aka ‘doomsday fish’ caught in Tamil Nadu sparks rumours about an impending calamity; should you be worried?
June 20, 2025 12:31 IST
The creature captured in Tamil Nadu is a giant oarfish, the world's longest bony fish that can reach lengths of up to 36 feet (11 meters).
6 expert-approved tips to get rid of ‘chawal ke keede’ or rice weevils from your pantry
June 19, 2025 12:30 IST
Tiny white larvae sometimes float to the top when you wash the rice. If you see small holes in the rice grains—that’s them eating from inside
Discover top 10 rarest cat breeds (caution: you may not want some of them sitting on your couch)
June 18, 2025 13:30 IST
Often solitary and reclusive animals, cats can be tough to study, and so the risks they face are usually not well known, and they can fly under the conservation radar.
5 disgusting facts about lizards
June 17, 2025 15:20 IST
5 Disgusting Facts about Lizards: If you thought their darting tongues and sudden tail drops were the extent of their weirdness, think again.
5 things that can happen to the body when a bee stings you
June 16, 2025 14:13 IST
The histamine released from the bee sting causes itching and inflammation.
Are you overfeeding your pet? Veterinarian details the mistakes pet parents make that lead to obesity
June 16, 2025 16:24 IST
Research from Royal Canin indicates that approximately 40% of adult cats and dogs worldwide are classified as overweight or obese.
Discover the smallest animals on Earth
June 14, 2025 15:25 IST
6 smallest animals in the world: From primates to amphibians, learn more about these species.
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