Wildlife

Bhola, a nearly blind elephant rescued in 2010 after a tragic accident, celebrates 14 years of recovery at Wildlife SOS. His journey from severe injuries to thriving at the sanctuary stands as a powerful story of resilience and care.

FSI reports 1,670 trees were felled in Delhi's Ridge for road widening, much higher than the DDA's count of 642. The Supreme Court hears discrepancies in tree-felling figures.

A study shows that 215 million hectares of land can be naturally reforested, potentially offsetting 23.4 gigatons of carbon emissions over three decades. This approach offers a cost-effective way to restore ecosystems and combat climate change.

India plans phased release of African cheetahs in Kuno National Park starting late October. Despite challenges, including losses, the project has seen some breeding success.

Climate change and rising temperatures can lead to habitat loss and changes in vegetation, impacting food availability. Heat stress can weaken elephants' immune systems.

Madhya Pradesh to map wildlife areas digitally, resolving land disputes, protecting forests, and regulating activities in eco-sensitive zones.

In the early 2000s, significant efforts were made to ban the practice of dancing bears in various regions, particularly through initiatives led by organizations like the Wildlife SOS in India.

The Indian wolf is listed as “Near Threatened” on the IUCN Red List and is protected under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, which prohibits hunting and trade.

According to the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), a staggering 1,160 elephants were killed in the country due to non-natural causes over the a decade, till December 31, 2020.

Forest fire incidents are on the rise annually in various regions of the country, including North India’s hilly areas. While these incidents