From 1970 to 2020, migratory freshwater fish populations declined by 81%, with significant drops in Europe (75%) and Latin America and the Caribbean (91%), according to a study.
Today is World Dhole Day, highlighting the endangered dhole, or Asiatic wild dog. With fewer than 2,500 breeding adults left due to habitat loss and poaching, conservationists stress the need for urgent action to protect these unique.
International Tribunal for the Law of Sea ruled that human-caused greenhouse gas emissions constitute marine pollution under law. Countries that ratified UNCLOS are legally obligated to control emissions, potentially facing lawsuits for climate damages
As per the data, from April 2016 to May 2018, the conflict(s) were reported in all 10 districts in the Kashmir Valley. Shopian district reported the most incidents, 39% of sightings, with Kupwara and Anantnag following at 32% and 24%, respectively.
A seven-foot-long mugger crocodile was rescued from Nagla Maan Singh village in Firozabad, UP, by Wildlife SOS and the UP Forest Department. Operation, involving local villagers, ensured the crocodile's safe containment and release after a health check.
The IMD issued a red alert for North India as temperatures exceed 47°C, endangering urban wildlife. Wildlife SOS has intensified rescue operations, saving hundreds of birds, reptiles, and mammals from heat strokes. Public urged to help by providing water
Industrialist Anand Mahindra shared a striking photo of a Siberian tiger resting on a Buddha statue on Buddha Purnima 2024. The image, taken at Kolmården Wildlife Park in Sweden, symbolizes taming inner strength, aligning with Buddha's teachings.
Dozens of howler monkeys perish in Tabasco jungle due to Mexico's intense heatwave. High temperatures and deforestation exacerbate the crisis, threatening the survival of this vital primate species.
A 15-day survey in Himachal Pradesh's Spiti region, conducted by the National Conservation Foundation and the Spiti Wildlife Division, recorded 453 Blue Sheep on the first day. This survey aims to count Blue Sheep and Himalayan Ibex