Month: July 2026

Sheathia meghalayensis: Researchers recently discovered a new species of freshwater red algae named Sheathia meghalayensis. Sheathia meghalayensis is a new species of freshwater red algae. It was discovered near Crinoline Waterfalls in East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya. Freshwater red algae are highly sensitive organisms that act as critical bioindicators of pristine, undisturbed aquatic ecosystems. Such algae […]

Trachynotothrips vyaghravahini: Researchers recently discovered a new species of insect named Trachynotothrips vyaghravahini in the biodiversity-rich Western Ghats of Karnataka. Trachynotothrips vyaghravahini is a new species of insect belonging to the group known as thrips. It was discovered inside the bright flowers of a tropical plant in the biodiversity-rich Western Ghats of Karnataka. It was […]

Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary: Researchers recently discovered a new disease-causing fungal genus named Hyalokamalomyces during a research on another plant disease at the Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary in Chandauli. Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh. It lies on the Naugarh and Vijaigarh hillocks on the north slope of the Kaimur Range. […]

One-Horned Rhinoceros: The central government approved a landmark conservation initiative to create a DNA-based indexing system for the greater one-horned rhinoceros. One-Horned Rhinoceros greater one-horned rhino, also known as Indian rhinoceros, is the largest of the three Asian rhinos. It is found in semi-aquatic and often take up residence in swamps, forests, riversides, and anywhere […]

Manas Tiger Reserve: It was observed that, over 30 years, 14 invasive plant species have been a major factor behind losing more than 43% of its grassland cover of Manas Tiger Reserve. Manas Tiger Reserve is located in the state of Assam. Borders: To the north, it is separated from the Royal Manas National Park […]