Incendiamoeba cascadensis: New Species Of Amoeba Scientists recently discovered an amoeba named Incendiamoeba cascadensis that can reproduce at temperatures previously considered too extreme for complex life, setting a new record for eukaryotes. Incendiamoeba cascadensis is a new species of amoeba. It was discovered in the geothermal streams of Lassen Volcanic National Park, California, United States. […]
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Tokay Gecko
Tokay Gecko: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence intercepted two persons at Bandar Chalia Gaon Ground, Mariani, Assam and seized 86 live Tokay Geckos from them. The tokay gecko or gekko gecko is an arboreal lizard species. It is one of the largest gecko species. There are two variants of tokay geckos: a red-spotted and a […]
Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary : In News
Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary : In News A recent habitat revival of Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary fuelled its flagship Indian gaur species population from 659 in 2024 to 848 in 2026. Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Bargarh district of Odisha. It is located near Hirakud Dam (the longest dam in India and the longest earthen […]
Caspian Cobra : Study
Caspian Cobra : Study Researchers have documented the first confirmed snakebite envenomation and subsequent human deaths in India caused by the venomous Caspian cobra (Naja oxiana). Caspian Cobra is the most venomous cobra in the world. It is a species of venomous snake in the family Elapidae. It is also called the Central Asian cobra, […]
Oxyserphus narendrani
Oxyserphus narendrani: Researchers discovered the tiny insect in Dibru-Saikhowa National Park and named it Oxyserphus narendrani. Oxyserphus narendrani is a new species of parasitic wasp discovered in Dibru-Saikhowa National Park Assam. The members of the Oxyserphus genus are incredibly rare in insect collections globally and are typically only found in high-altitude areas. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park […]
National Single Window System : In News
National Single Window System: In News The National Single Window System marks a significant step towards creating a transparent, and technology-driven regulatory ecosystem. National Single Window System serves as a digital platform that guides investors in identifying and applying for the approvals required for their businesses. It is implemented by the Department for Promotion of […]
What is the Great Cormorant?
What is the Great Cormorant? A Hyderabad-born Canadian birder spotted a rare Great Cormorant at Ameenpur Lake near BHEL recently. Great Cormorant is a large waterbird and a member of the cormorant family of seabirds. Scientific Name: Phalacrocorax carbo They are probably the most widespread member of the cormorant family with a range that includes […]
World Rhino Day 2026
World Rhino Day 2026: World Rhino Day was observed on 22nd September to raise awareness about the conservation of the world’s five remaining rhinoceros species. The 2026 theme, “Keep the Five Alive”, focuses on protecting rhino habitats, preventing poaching and curbing illegal rhino horn trade.On this occasion, the International Rhino Foundation (IRF) released its 2026 […]
Painganga Wildlife Sanctuary
Painganga Wildlife Sanctuary: Maharashtra’s tiger conservation programme has added a third big cat to the population being established in Painganga Wildlife Sanctuary, with a young tigress shifted to the 325-sq-km sanctuary in Yavatmal district recently. Painganga Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra. It derives its name from the river Painganga, or […]
Ophiopogon Japonicus
Ophiopogon Japonicus: Researchers from the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun, and the Uluberia Botanical Institute Herbarium recorded the Ophiopogon japonicus in the wild in Arunachal Pradesh for the first time. Ophiopogon Japonicus is an evergreen perennial herb that grows in dense clumps. Commonly known as dwarf lilyturf or mondo grass. It is a perennial […]
