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ZSI Discovers New Diplura Species in Himalayas

Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of Diplura in the eastern Himalayas, marking a milestone in Indian entomology. The wingless, soil-dwelling...

February 18, 2026

NGT Clears Great Nicobar Mega Infrastructure Project

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has dismissed fresh pleas challenging environmental and coastal clearances granted to the Great Nicobar Island infrastructure project, allowing it to proceed subject to...

February 17, 2026

White-bellied Sea Eagle Nests Rise in North Kerala

The annual nest monitoring survey of the White-bellied Sea Eagle has recorded 17 active nesting sites across Kannur and Kasaragod districts this season, marking a modest increase from...

February 17, 2026

Philippine Eagle Among World’s Largest Raptors

The Philippine eagle, scientifically known as Pithecophaga jefferyi, is one of the largest and most powerful birds of prey on Earth. Often nicknamed the “monkey-eating bird”, it is...

February 14, 2026

Sangtam Resolution Boosts Pangolin Protection in Nagaland

The apex body of Nagaland’s Sangtam community has adopted a resolution to protect pangolins within its jurisdiction, marking a significant step in combating wildlife trafficking along the India–Myanmar...

February 14, 2026

Vulture Conservation Sees Revival Milestone in Maharashtra

Maharashtra’s long-running vulture conservation programme has reached a significant ecological milestone with the return of migratory griffon vultures to forest landscapes where the species had been locally extinct...

February 11, 2026

New Dragonfly Species Lyriothemis keralensis Discovered in Kerala

Researchers have confirmed the discovery of a new species of dragonfly, “Lyriothemis keralensis”, from the low-lying coastal regions of Kerala, marking a significant addition to India’s documented insect...

February 10, 2026

New Frog Species Found in Peru Faces Immediate Threat

Scientists have discovered a new species of frog in the cloud forests of northern Peru, but researchers warn that the amphibian may already be at risk of extinction...

February 10, 2026

Two New Marine Worm Species Discovered off West Bengal Coast

Researchers have discovered two new species of marine worms along the heavily impacted coastline of West Bengal, revealing hidden biodiversity in the northern Bay of Bengal despite intense...

February 9, 2026

World’s Longest Snake Recorded in Indonesia’s Sulawesi Forests

A giant female reticulated python discovered in the forests of Sulawesi, Indonesia, has officially been recognised as the longest measured snake in the world. The confirmation was made...

February 9, 2026

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