Study on Himalayan Brown Bear: Habitats declining

The recent study by the Zoological Survey of India on Himalayan Brown Bear says that its suitable habitat in the biological corridors are declining. The Himalayan Brown Bear is one of the largest carnivore in the highlands of Himalayas. About the Study The study predicts that a massive habitat decline is to occur in the ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Topics: Brown bear • Himalayan Hindukush • Himalayas • IUCN • Wildlife Protection • Wildlife Protection Act • Zoological Survey of India

Peatlands in Himalayan Region

The recently released UN report on the peatland systems, called for urgent steps to conserve such regions. It highlighted the importance of mapping and monitoring. Peatlands Distribution in India Peatlands in India have been recorded in Arunachal Pradesh, northern parts of Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh and Kerala. Parts of the Western Ghats range are also reported ..

Topics: Climate change • Himalayan Hindukush • Peatland • Ramsar Wetland site • Tibetan Plateau