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    The Himalayas hid two unknown moth species. India just discovered them

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    Mar 15, 2026
    India Today

    The Himalayas hid two unknown moth species. India just discovered them

    Scientists at the Zoological Survey of India have discovered two new lichen moth species from the Himalayas. These moths serve as vital indicators of air pollution and add to India’s growing record of biodiversity.
    Nation’s First Critical Minerals Mine Nears Approval in Biodiversity Hotspot

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    Mar 15, 2026
    Inside Climate News

    Nation’s First Critical Minerals Mine Nears Approval in Biodiversity Hotspot

    The U.S. Forest Service said it plans to approve South32’s Hermosa project in Patagonia, Arizona, despite the water problems the mine is already causing.
    Pakistan finalises NBTs under global framework to boost conservation

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    Mar 14, 2026
    The Nation

    Pakistan finalises NBTs under global framework to boost conservation

    ISLAMABAD  -  Pakistan has finalised its National Biodiversity Targets (NBTs), aligning them with the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
    New plant species at Manas named after Zubeen

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    Mar 14, 2026
    Times of India

    New plant species at Manas named after Zubeen

    Guwahati: In a discovery that highlights Assam’s rich biodiversity, botanists from Gauhati University have identified a new plant species from the gra.
    689 Trees vs. Concrete: Pune Residents Fight to Save Century

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    Mar 14, 2026
    The Indian Express

    689 Trees vs. Concrete: Pune Residents Fight to Save Century

    While the civic body has maintained that the proposal is part of the infrastructure required for the riverfront development project, several residents have argued that the scale of tree felling could harm the river’s ecosystem and biodiversity.
    Zoological Survey of India discovers 2 new species of lichen moth in eastern Himalaya

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    Mar 14, 2026
    The Tribune

    Zoological Survey of India discovers 2 new species of lichen moth in eastern Himalaya

    Discovery of 'Caulocera Hollowayi' and 'Asura Buxa' are vital contributions to documentation of India’s moth biodiversity, says Union Environment Minister
    Indian scientists discover two new species of lichen moths: Environment Minister

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    Mar 14, 2026
    ThePrint

    Indian scientists discover two new species of lichen moths: Environment Minister

    New Delhi, Mar 14 (PTI) Scientists at the Zoological Survey of India have announced the discovery of two new species of lichen moths, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Saturday. “The discovery of Caulocera Hollowayi and Asura Buxa are vital contribution to the documentation of India’s moth biodiversity,” the minister wrote in a post […]
    New Lichen Moths Discovered: Expanding India's Biodiversity

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    Mar 14, 2026
    Devdiscourse

    New Lichen Moths Discovered: Expanding India's Biodiversity

    Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India have discovered two new species of lichen moths. These findings highlight the importance of biodiversity documentation in India, especially in the Himalayas. Published in Zootaxa, these discoveries are crucial for understanding ecosystem functions and identifying air pollution indicators.
    Coconut inflorescence reefs damage nets, anger traditional fisherfolk at Beypore

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    Mar 14, 2026
    Malayala Manorama

    Coconut inflorescence reefs damage nets, anger traditional fisherfolk at Beypore

    Beypore fishing threat is growing due to unscientific practices like using coconut tree inflorescences for artificial reefs..beypore fishing threat, unscientific fishing beypore, artificial reefs coconut trees, illegal fishing methods kerala, marine ecosystem damage, traditional fishermen beypore, guest worker fishing beypore, coconut inflorescence fishing, marine pollution beypore, sustainable fishing practices, preventing illegal fishing, protecting marine biodiversity, beypore coast fishing issues
    Lost for 189 years: Scientists rediscover rare plant species in Arunachal

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    Mar 14, 2026
    Telegraph India

    Lost for 189 years: Scientists rediscover rare plant species in Arunachal

    Botanists say such findings underline the need for continued field surveys and conservation efforts in Arunachal Pradesh, which is regarded as one of India's richest biodiversity hotspots
    Rediscovery of Rare Plant in Arunachal Pradesh: Henckelia monophylla Reemerges After 189 Years

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    Mar 14, 2026
    Devdiscourse

    Rediscovery of Rare Plant in Arunachal Pradesh: Henckelia monophylla Reemerges After 189 Years

    The rare plant species Henckelia monophylla, last documented nearly 189 years ago, has been rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh by the Botanical Survey of India. The plant, part of the Gesneriaceae family, highlights the region's biodiversity and underscores the importance of continued conservation efforts.
    Climate Changemakers: The charity aiming to put more native trees back into our forests

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    Mar 14, 2026
    Independent.ie

    Climate Changemakers: The charity aiming to put more native trees back into our forests

    Hometree is a nature restoration charity based in the west of Ireland that began as a small community garden project in winter 2014. CEO Matt Smith explains that the charity’s vision of incorporating more trees into the Irish landscape sprung from an awareness of how important it would be to help people connect with nature, in the face of an ongoing biodiversity crisis.
    Navi Mumbai News: Tree Trimming At NRI Seawoods Halted After Residents Allege Bird Nests Destroyed

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    Mar 13, 2026
    Free Press Journal

    Navi Mumbai News: Tree Trimming At NRI Seawoods Halted After Residents Allege Bird Nests Destroyed

    Tree cutting inside NRI Seawoods Housing Complex in Nerul was halted after residents and environmentalists alleged that mechanical pruning destroyed several bird nests. About 15 large rain trees, some over 30 years old, were affected. NMMC officials intervened, ordering work to stop pending inquiry, while activists demand strict action to protect urban biodiversity.
    Louisiana's alligator farms raise them for meat, skins & conservation

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    Mar 13, 2026
    Baltimore Sun

    Louisiana's alligator farms raise them for meat, skins & conservation

    Advocates say alligator farming has turned the demand for boots and bags into a boost for a creature once on the Endangered Species List.
    Forest Dept Signs MoU With Rotary

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    Mar 13, 2026
    Deccan Chronicle

    Forest Dept Signs MoU With Rotary

    The collaboration reflected the shared commitment of the State Government and Rotary Clubs to strengthen ecological sustainability, improve urban biodiversity, promote environmental education, support climate change mitigation and encourage community participation in greening initiatives: Reports
    At a ‘critical time’ for species preservation, this award celebrates leading conservationists

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    Mar 13, 2026
    Euronews

    At a ‘critical time’ for species preservation, this award celebrates leading conservationists

    Named after Wolfgang Kiessling, the award recognises scientists and leaders whose work has had a lasting impact on species and biodiversity.
    Nord Est Béarn : les agriculteurs apprennent à interpréter leurs sols

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    Mar 13, 2026
    La Republique Des Pyrénées

    Nord Est Béarn : les agriculteurs apprennent à interpréter leurs sols

    Une formation a démarré le 3 mars, visant à mieux comprendre l’impact climatique pour adapter les pratiques en agriculture de conservation. La communauté de communes Nord Est Béarn s’ancre dans le sol
    Louisiana's alligator farms raise the reptiles for meat, skins and conservation

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    Mar 13, 2026
    WBRZ

    Louisiana's alligator farms raise the reptiles for meat, skins and conservation

    Advocates say commercial alligator farming has helped preserve a species often seen as scary, bothersome or good only for their skins. Not all conservationists think that's a good thing, but for the farmers and luxury brands seeking to market their products as sustainable, it's made sense to tie conservation to capitalism.
    The birder who refuses to let a hill disappear in Pune: How a quiet community of birdwatchers continue to save Pune's highest hill

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    Mar 12, 2026
    Times of India

    The birder who refuses to let a hill disappear in Pune: How a quiet community of birdwatchers continue to save Pune's highest hill

    Pune's Vetal Tekdi, once facing development threats, has been preserved through a shift in public perception. Avid birder Ranjeet Rane initiated informal birdwatching walks, revealing the hill's rich biodiversity. This community-driven effort, documented through citizen science initiatives like the Great Backyard Bird Count, has transformed the hill from mere open land into a valued ecosystem, ensuring its future.
    Franck Leroy découvre la conservation des sols

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    Mar 12, 2026
    Le Journal De La Haute-Marne

    Franck Leroy découvre la conservation des sols

    Lors de sa visite sur la thématique agricole, vendredi 6 mars en Haute-Marne, le président de Région Franck Leroy s'est intéressé à l'agriculture de