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Chile Warns of Sharp Decline in Humboldt Penguins Why in the News ? Chile has officially classified the Humboldt penguin as an endangered species, after new scientific assessments revealed a drastic fall in its population. Conservationists warn that continued climate change, overfishing, pollution, and diseases may push the species towards critical endangerment soon. Growing Concerns …
Read MoreIUCN Adds Arctic Seals and Birds to Red List Why in the News? The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has released an updated Red List of Threatened Species, revealing that several Arctic seals and bird species now face increasing threats from climate change, habitat loss, and human activities across fragile marine ecosystems. …
Read MoreOUT OF THE WOODS IN GUJARAT: WHY ASIATIC LION’S FUTURE CAN’T BE SECURED BY NUMBERS ALONE Why in the News? The population of Asiatic lions (Panthera leo leo), also known as the Indian lion or Gujarat lion, has reached 891 in 2025, up from under 200 in the 1960s. This remarkable growth highlights the success …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Human-wildlife conflicts endanger forests and wildlife; the Supreme Court emphasises resolutions to preserve ecological balance. About the Warning by the Supreme Court: The SC cautioned about the perilous impact of human-wildlife conflicts on forests and wildlife. Justice B.R. Gavai emphasised the necessity of resolving conflicts to preserve forests and wildlife. Balancing …
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