habitat loss
Leopard Attack in Himachal Village: Locals Defend Against Wild Predator with Sticks as Forest Officials Intervene
Oct 22, 2025 05:09 pm CST
A frightening wildlife encounter unfolded in Himachal Pradesh's Palakwah village when a leopard attacked local farmers in their fields, injuring three people before forest department officials successfully tranquilized and relocated the animal. The incident highlights growing human-wildlife conflicts as natural habitats continue to shrink across India, where approximately 500 people die annually from wildlife encounters.
IUCN Report: Over 48,000 Species Now Threatened with Extinction as Arctic Wildlife Faces Accelerating Climate Impact
Oct 10, 2025 09:28 pm CST
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has released an updated red list revealing 48,646 species now at risk of extinction globally. Arctic seals have been reclassified to higher threat levels due to climate change occurring four times faster in polar regions, while 61% of bird species worldwide show declining populations. Despite these alarming trends, conservation success stories like the green turtle's recovery demonstrate effective protection can reverse species decline.