Mount Spurr Volcano

Mount Spurr, situated near Anchorage, Alaska, is currently under scrutiny due to increased volcanic activity. A recent swarm of earthquakes has raised alarms among scientists and residents alike. The Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) has reported over 50 seismic events in ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Impact of Pharmaceuticals on Atlantic Salmon Behaviour

A recent study has revealed that wild Atlantic salmon are swimming faster due to human pharmaceuticals contaminating rivers. This unexpected result stems from the presence of drugs like clobazam, which have been found to alter salmon behaviour during their migration. ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

New Species of Scarab Beetles Discovered in India

Researchers from the Zoological Survey of India and Germany’s Museum A. Koenig have identified six new species of Sericinae scarab beetles. Their findings, published in the journal Zootaxa, highlight India’s rich but underexplored insect diversity. Newly Discovered Species The six ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Leaves Absorb Microplastics

Recently, a study revealed that plant leaves can absorb microplastics and nanoplastics directly from the air. This discovery marks the potential for these particles to enter the food chain. The research, conducted by multiple prestigious institutions, demonstrated how microplastics infiltrate ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

ENSO Neutral Conditions

Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a shift to ENSO-neutral conditions in the tropical Pacific. This transition follows the end of a mild La Niña event. ENSO, or El Niño Southern Oscillation, influences global climate patterns. About ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Domoic Acid Crisis and Sea Lions

Recently, environmental crisis emerged along the coast of California. An algal bloom, primarily driven by the neurotoxin domoic acid, has caused sea lions to exhibit aggressive behaviour towards humans. This unprecedented phenomenon has resulted in numerous attacks on beachgoers and ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Soil Moisture as an Indicator for Thunderstorm Prediction

A new study revealed how soil moisture can serve as an early warning signal for thunderstorms that lead to flash floods and landslides. This is particularly relevant in regions like India, West and Central Africa, South America, and parts of ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Black Rat as Primary Carrier of Hantavirus

Recent research marks the role of black rats as the primary carriers of hantavirus in rural Madagascar. A study published in *Ecology and Evolution* reveals that these invasive species pose health risk to local communities. The research was conducted in ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Greening Trends in the Thar Desert

The Thar Desert, located in northwestern India and southeastern Pakistan, has witnessed a remarkable transformation over the past two decades. A recent study revealed a 38 per cent increase in greening annually, primarily due to enhanced monsoon rainfall and agricultural ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Nilgiri Tahr Census

The Nilgiri Tahr, an endangered mountain ungulate, is native to the Western Ghats in southern India. This species, also known as the Nilgiri Ibex, holds cultural significance as the state animal of Tamil Nadu. Its presence is documented in ancient ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2025

Category: Environment Current Affairs