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Why in the news? Kaziranga National Park in Assam has recorded over 446 butterfly species, making it the second-largest butterfly habitat in India, following Namdapha National Park. This biodiversity achievement highlights Kaziranga’s rich and diverse ecosystem. Overview: Kaziranga National Park in Assam houses over 446 butterfly species, ranking second in the country after Namdapha National …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Recent research highlights the connection between environmental change and the evolution of new species among Darwin’s finches, emphasising their role as key examples of adaptive radiation in evolutionary biology. About Darwin’s Finches: Darwin’s finches are small land birds named after Charles Darwin. They include 15 species: 14 found in the Galápagos …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Darjeeling’s Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park’s Red Panda Program is a finalist for the 2024 World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) Conservation Award. The winner will be announced on November 7, 2024, during the 79th WAZA Annual Conference in Sydney, Australia. Red Panda Breeding and Release From 2022 to 2024, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Project Cheetah, marking two years since its launch, faces challenges with cheetah deaths, inadequate prey, and habitat issues, raising questions about its long-term success and conservation strategy. Project Cheetah Overview: Launched to establish a stable, breeding population of African cheetahs in India. Aims: to restore open ecosystems like savannahs, grasslands, and …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3 : Environmental issues such as sand mining and its impact on environment and other sectors of economy Focus : The article focuses on the persistent issue of illegal mining in and around the Sariska Tiger Reserve, detailing the decades-long judicial and administrative efforts to halt these activities. It highlights the challenges posed by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A study by the University of Copenhagen using satellite imagery found that India lost nearly 5.8 million mature trees on farmlands from 2019 to 2022. Analysis showed 11% of trees detected in 2010-2011 were gone by 2018-2022. Focus was on large trees, indicating localised losses rather than overall tree cover decline.Significant …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Corals bred in captivity aim to bolster wild reefs, addressing decline due to climate change, highlighted by efforts in the Netherlands. source:wordpress About Introduction of Self-Bred Corals: Corals bred within the World Coral Conservatory project were introduced to Europe’s largest coral reef at Burgers’ Zoo in the Netherlands. These corals, bred …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Survey aims to estimate the Nilgiri Tahr population, with IUCN involvement, to remove the species from endangered status. source:worldmap About the Nilgiri Tahr Survey in Tamil Nadu: Objective: The Tamil Nadu government aims to conduct a synchronised survey from April 29 to estimate the population of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr. Partnerships: …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 1 – Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India GS 3 – Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Why in the News? Unilateral decision to establish three wildlife sanctuaries in the Southern Nicobar. Impacts the indigenous peoples by depriving them of their ancestral territories. Jeopardizes the indigenous way of life …
Read MoreIntroduction Oceanography is an interdisciplinary science that explores the Earth’s oceanic and marine systems. It encompasses various branches, including: Physical Oceanography: Studies ocean currents, waves, and tides. Chemical Oceanography: Focuses on the composition and properties of seawater. Biological Oceanography: Examines marine organisms and ecosystems. Geological Oceanography: Investigates the ocean floor, including its structure and processes. …
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