BaseCamp Research has gone to the ends of the Earth to gather genomic data and pioneered new ways to compensate communities for protecting biodiversity

While no country is officially named the \"Land of Snakes,\" Brazil is loosely associated with the title due to its incredible biodiversity. This association is particularly strong with Ilha da Queimada Grande, or Snake Island, a small Brazilian island renowned as the most snake-dense place on Earth, home to the deadly golden lancehead viper.

Kohima, Mar 19 (PTI) Nagaland Forest Minister C L John on Thursday called for urgent action to address the rising human–elephant conflict and deforestation, as he stressed the need for stronger community engagement and stricter enforcement measures to protect the state’s biodiversity. Addressing the first-ever Nagaland Forest Officers Conference held at the Police Complex in […]

The 10-day programme combined theoretical insights with immersive field exposure, offering a holistic understanding of conservation challenges.

Nagaland Forest Minister C L John emphasized urgent strategies to combat human-elephant conflicts and deforestation. He called for a hunting ban and increased community engagement at the Nagaland Forest Officers Conference. Discussions included forest management and eco-tourism, with a need for better use of CAMPA funds and agarwood cultivation.

The Odisha government has signed an agreement with WASSAN to revive neglected crops and forgotten foods with a Rs 247.024 crore project. Spanning five years, the initiative will focus on promoting traditional crops, conserving biodiversity, and benefiting local farmers in 25 biodiversity-rich blocks across 15 districts.

The attraction, in vast disused stone mines, would create about 100 year-round jobs.

TORONTO, Mar 18: Madagascar is one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots. The island country is well known for its diverse and endangered range of wildlife. This includes over 100 species of lemurs and six species of majestic baobab trees found nowhere else. The country is also among the world’s poorest. About 80 per cent of its population lives below the international poverty line of USD 2.15 a day. Attracting tourist visits to protected areas, such as Analamazaotra-Mantadia National Park, has […]

Le lycée Terres de Gascogne a accueilli 60 élèves pour la troisième édition de l’événement Vis ma vie au lycée agricole, une immersion pédagogique autour de l’agroécologie et de la race bazadaise Ce

Nagpur: Noted scientist Shalini Dhyani has been elected to the Multidisciplinary Expert Panel (MEP) of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform o.

Several state agencies, including the state pollution control board and the biodiversity board, are supporting the event

India is home to several non-venomous snakes that help the environment by controlling pests, protecting crops, and supporting biodiversity. Learn how these misunderstood reptiles are essential for our planet.

Madrid removed over 4,000 invasive animals in 2025, targeting exotic animals that threaten local wildlife, habitats, and biodiversity.

The Delhi forest department targets 70.82 lakh plantings by 2026-27 under its Green Action Plan, utilizing a canopy opening method. This approach aims to improve sapling growth and urban biodiversity through a multi-tiered plantation model that enhances air quality and reduces pollutants, complementing efforts to achieve the previous year's targets.

The project will also develop AI-based tools for automated identification of squid, cuttlefish and octopus species, which will significantly strengthen scientific understanding of deep-sea biodiversity

A doctor's walk in Gurgaon's biodiversity park led to the discovery of the Salai tree. This native Indian tree is known for its fragrant resin, used in perfumes and incense. Historically, its wood was crucial for making matchsticks, giving rise to the term 'Diya-salai'. The find showcases urban parks as repositories of nature and cultural history.

Birds are among the most remarkable indicators of the health of our planet’s ecosystems. From tiny songbirds that greet the morning to powerful raptors soaring high above forests and mountains, birds quietly sustain nature’s balance. They are crucial for the preservation of biodiversity because they help with plant pollination, seed distribution, and insect population management. But concerns are gradually growing with regard to the future of several bird species. As per the reports, nearly a quarter of all bird species are at risk of extinction, largely due to various reasons like habitat loss, climate change, pollution and expanding human development. Habitat destruction, residential options and environmental degradation have caused an extreme need for lesser habitats to generate bird losses.In the face of these challenges, clues to where to prioritize species conservation have become a priority for conservationists. It's interesting to note that most of these nations are tropical as well, mostly in South America and Southeast Asia. These regions contain diverse landscapes such as rainforests, wetlands, mountains, and coastal ecosystems, all of which provide ideal habitats for birds.According to BioDB, the following ten countries host the highest number of bird species in the world. (Data sourced from Birds Per Country).

There are some forests on Earth that are so old they stretch back millions of years, even through drastic changes in climate, geography, and biodiversity. These are often called “living museums” due to their ability to harbor plant species that have remained unchanged since prehistoric times. From the lush tropical rainforests to the tree groves in remote mountain regions, these are some of the oldest forests in the world. Here are ten of the oldest forests in the world.

The Trump administration’s cuts to biodiversity funding have imperiled species, habitats and the people who defend both. Now the world is seeking a new way forward

India has established over 2.76 lakh Biodiversity Management Committees, boosting community involvement in biodiversity governance and benefit sharing. The nation leads globally with a 60 percent share in ABS Clearing-House compliance certificates. The Biological Diversity Act, 2002, underpins this framework. Significant funds have been mobilized and disbursed, supporting conservation and livelihoods.