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New Species of Jumping Spider Found in Karnataka Why in the News ? Researchers have discovered a new jumping spider species, Pilia malenadu, in Madhugundi village of Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka, marking the first discovery in the Pilia genus after 123 years. The finding highlights the rich biodiversity and ecological health of the Western Ghats, emphasizing the …
Read MoreIUCN Flags Ecological Concerns in Western Ghats Why in the News? The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), in its World Heritage Outlook 4 Report, has categorized India’s Western Ghats, Manas National Park, and Sundarbans as sites of “significant concern”, citing climate change, tourism, invasive species, and infrastructure development as major ecological threats. These …
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