Biodiversity

The planned conservation reserve in Betul district will protect wildlife migration between Satpura and Melghat Tiger Reserves, enhancing biodiversity and boosting regional tourism.

The Trump administration has rolled back bird protections, allowing industries to kill birds accidentally without penalties. Environmentalists warn this could worsen bird population declines, while oil and gas companies celebrate fewer regulations

Farmers in Morena, MP, are combating soil erosion by planting endangered Guggal. This plant prevents land degradation and provides additional income through its resin. Conservation efforts are reviving its cultivation.

According to the recent vulture census, Madhya Pradesh now has more than 12 thousand vultures, which is the highest in the country. Ecologists highlight that the presence of vultures in substantial numbers is a key indicator of ecological health.

Mahseer, once a symbol of Madhya Pradesh’s aquatic ecology, is now largely confined to research papers and government records. Previously comprising 35–40% of a fisherman's catch, the species has become increasingly rare.

A study criticizes Project Cheetah, India’s effort to reintroduce African cheetahs, for ethical, social, ecological flaws. It highlights issues like poor adaptation, high mortality rates, lack of community consultation, & potential human-wildlife conflict

On World Wetlands Day 2025, Jairam Ramesh called for a focus on quality conservation, scientific research, & community involvement in protecting India's wetlands. He stressed importance of beyond Ramsar sites, highlighted ongoing threats like pollution.

A study highlights a severe global decline in genetic diversity among 600+ species. This loss, spanning mammals, birds, and marine life, raises concerns about species’ survival and their ability to adapt to environmental changes

Over 1,000 Olive Ridley turtles have been found dead on Chennai’s shores, with fishing nets cited as a key cause. Conservationists and officials push for stricter enforcement and sustainable fishing, as the crisis threatens both marine ecosystems.

Kashmir has launched a project to geo-tag Chinar trees, marking them with QR codes that contain 25 details, including their age, health, and location. This aims to protect them from urbanisation, diseases, and destruction.