Populations are not inherently small-scale; we have made them so

A Brazilian study published in the journal Ecography indicates that the biodiversity of anuran amphibians (toads and frogs) on islands is determined by factors encompassed in two previously opposing theories.

The Environment Ministry's advisory committee has endorsed a coal mining project in Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo-Arand forest. This could threaten local biodiversity, including endangered species. Environmentalists warn of irreversible ecological harm, while tribal communities fear livelihood disruptions. The mining project also risks impacting hydrological stability in the region.

An Indian Giant Squirrel was spotted by a bird enthusiast in Chhattisgarh's Devpur forest, highlighting the area's biodiversity. The sighting occurred during a birding trail at a summer camp, emphasizing the regional conservation efforts and the importance of habitat preservation.

A new toad species, Duttaphyrnus dhara, discovered in Meghalaya, honors Khasi women's attire and highlights regional biodiversity.

Nepal's Ramchandra Paudel emphasized sustainable tourism and environmental conservation in the Himalayas as key challenges at the Everest Summiteers Summit 2026 in Kathmandu. He noted the vital economic impact of tourism, and the need to address climate change, waste, and biodiversity issues collaboratively.

Rwanda is using environmental DNA technology to help detect endangered species like mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, as scientists and conservationists seek new ways to monitor biodiversity in dense forests threatened by climate change and human activity.

Organic food labels reflect certified production standards, not guaranteed health superiority. Organic systems can support biodiversity, soil health, and lower residue exposure, but benefits vary by crop, region, and management.

Cattle ranching is the biggest driver of tropical deforestation, but it is also a key livelihood for nearly 1 billion smallholder farmers. A global study by Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) shows that this tension can be eased by reintroducing trees into pastureland. Planting trees in cattle pastures nearly doubles biodiversity compared to conventional pastures. However, these plantings cannot replace the protection of native forests. The study is published in the journal Ecological Applications.

Connect with and explore nature through photography at "Peru's Natural Reserves: Biodiversity And Landscapes", which is running on the 5th floor of Siam Discovery, Rama I Road, until June 14.

Researchers rediscover an endangered blueberry relative, 'Vaccinium piliferum', in Arunachal Pradesh after 188 years, enriching India's biodiversity.

Droupadi Murmu visited Sikkim, exploring Ridge Park Orchidarium and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Her visit highlighted biodiversity conservation, cultural symbols, and the state's rich Buddhist heritage. A scheduled Pink City Runner bus service event was canceled due to rain, but the buses aim for women empowerment.

Researchers have rediscovered the rare and endangered 'Vaccinium piliferum', a wild blueberry relative, in Arunachal Pradesh's remote forests, marking a significant botanical achievement. The discovery highlights the importance of conserving the Eastern Himalayan ecosystem's rich biodiversity.

Researchers in the Western Ghats discover a new algal species, Interfilum shuklaii, enhancing India's biodiversity knowledge.

South India’s monsoon season brings about a total transformation of the landscape in South India, more particularly in the Western Ghats, which are among the world’s most crucial biodiversity spots. During the monsoon season, moisture-bearing winds blow into the mountain range from the Arabian Sea causing incessant rains in forests, hill stations, valleys, and rural areas. This causes rivers to overflow, reawakens dormant waterfalls, obscures roads with fog, and covers whole territories with clouds for many weeks. Some parts of South India get very high rainfall levels each year, ranking some of the highest rain records in India except in the northeast parts of the country. Such parts are famous not only for rain but also rain forests, monsoon scenery, wild life, and unique ecosystems caused by rain.Here are some of the wettest places in South India during the monsoon season.

Researchers using cutting-edge environmental DNA (eDNA) technology have uncovered far greater biodiversity in eastern Ontario waterways than traditional monitoring methods detected over more than a decade, demonstrating the transformative potential of DNA-based biomonitoring for freshwater conservation and environmental management.

What if some of the most important clues about marine biodiversity were already collected but never fully shared? That's the question that motivated a study, published in Biodiversity Data Journal. It brought together over 40 years of unpublished data on marine amphipods—ecologically crucial crustaceans—from across Italian waters.

Kolkata: In a major breakthrough for Indian biodiversity research, scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have developed the country's f.

Across Europe, many landscapes show strong potential to move forward climate mitigation, climate adaptation, and biodiversity benefits, with low socioeconomic risk, according to an analysis using a new climate-smart rewilding framework published in One Earth.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has instructed officials to develop a comprehensive vision plan to turn the state's coastline into a bustling commercial hub. The plan emphasizes development projects, investments, and employment opportunities while focusing on aquaculture, marine biodiversity, and rare earth minerals.