endangered species
Deadly Bacterial Infection Kills 31 Blackbucks at Karnataka's Kittur Rani Chennamma Zoo: Government Orders Investigation
Nov 17, 2025 10:37 pm CST
A severe bacterial infection has devastated the blackbuck population at Kittur Rani Chennamma Zoo in Belagavi, Karnataka, killing 31 animals in just four days. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has ordered a high-level investigation into the outbreak, dispatching experts from Bannerghatta Biological Park to address the crisis and prevent further spread to other facilities.
North Atlantic Right Whale Population Shows Promising Recovery After Decades of Decline
Oct 22, 2025 02:28 am CST
The endangered North Atlantic right whale population has increased to 384 individuals, showing a 7% growth since 2020 after years of decline. Conservation efforts in Canada and the US have contributed to this recovery, with 11 new calves born and no mortalities recorded this year. Despite this progress, environmental groups warn that continued protection is essential for the species' survival against threats from ship collisions and fishing gear entanglement.
India's First DNA-Based Wild Elephant Census Reveals Population of 22,446 - Comprehensive Study Shows Regional Distribution
Oct 15, 2025 02:30 pm CST
India's first DNA-based elephant census reveals a population of 22,446 wild elephants, approximately 17% lower than previous estimates. Using advanced genetic methods, researchers collected over 21,000 dung samples across 6.7 lakh kilometers of forest trails. The Western Ghats remains the largest elephant habitat with Karnataka leading in state-wise population. The study highlights ongoing conservation challenges including habitat loss and human-elephant conflict affecting this keystone species that represents 60% of remaining Asian elephants worldwide.
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.
Living with Lions: The Delicate Balance of Human-Wildlife Coexistence in Nairobi
Oct 08, 2025 05:06 pm CST
In Kenya's capital, residents live alongside approximately 2,000 remaining lions, creating both wondrous encounters and tragic conflicts. This firsthand account explores the conservation challenges facing the Kenya Wildlife Service as urban development shrinks wildlife habitats around Nairobi National Park, highlighting the urgent need for better education about predator behavior and sustainable solutions to preserve this unique wilderness while ensuring human safety.
Snow Leopard Population Surges 62% in Himachal Pradesh: Conservation Success Story
Oct 03, 2025 03:39 pm CST
Himachal Pradesh's snow leopard population has increased from 51 to 83 in four years, marking a 62% rise according to a recent survey. This conservation success story highlights community involvement in protecting the endangered cats across six monitoring sites covering 26,000 sq km, while also documenting other rare Himalayan wildlife including the first official sighting of Pallas's cat in Kinnaur.