A snow leopard cub, lovingly licks its mother in this image shared by Marwell Wildlife Snow leopards are found in the Himalayan region and are an endangered wild cat. They are also very shy and have been rarely photographed in the wild. To know more about snow leopards click here. If you want to share […]
Saving An Endangered Tree Through Sustainable Use
Rainforest Trust’s partner Applied Environmental Research Foundation (AERF) in India uses unique economic opportunities to encourage communities to sustainably manage natural resources. Flowering Pterocarpus marsupium. Photo courtesy of AERF. After dedicating extensive time and resources to planting saplings of a threatened tree species, many people would find it incredibly discouraging to come across a pile […]
Image Of The Day: Yellow Footed Green Pigeon
People often do not realise that many birds that we commonly see also have cousins (sub-species) that are not often seen. Like this yellow footed green pigeon clicked by Paneendra BA in Guwahati, Assam, which is a fairly unknown cousin of the common grey pigeon. While the common pigeon has adapted itself to live in […]
When Snares Set for Wild Boars Spell Trouble for Karnataka’s Tigers
The deaths of tigers and other wildlife have brought to the forefront a situation where the ‘management’ of one animal leads to the accidental deaths of another. A hundred and twenty-one snares were dismantled in a single day by the Karnataka forest department in a massive combing operation around the Nagarhole National Park boundary on January 31. […]
8 Destinations In India Which Are a Must Visit for All Nature Lovers
India, known for its Color and Culture not only excites you with its Historical Monuments but has many breathtaking Natural Scenic Attractions too. From the exquisite scenic delights of the snowy locales to the sun kissed beaches, and the backwaters, India does not fall short in giving an experience of a lifetime to its visitors. […]
Mother Bear Electrocuted By Poachers in MP; Cub Rescued
Tragedy struck at the Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh’s Sidhi district when a seven-year old sloth bear and her two-month old cub were electrocuted while they were looking for food. The resultant injuries took the life of the mother leaving the young cub orphaned. Madhya Pradesh Forest Department officials report that a high-voltage trap […]
Indian Wildlife Quiz On World Wildlife Day
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Image Of The Day: A Dazzling Himalayan Snake
This Himalayan Trinket Snake was captured by Matthijs Kuijpers in the himalayan border region of India. It is a non venomous snake that feeds on rats, small mammals and lizards. Also known as Hodgson’s Rat Snake. This photo was shared at India’s Endangered Wild Shots (IEWS) If you want your photos to feature here, and get a […]
Frogs Have The Unique Ability To See Colours In Extreme Darkness
The night vision of frogs and toads appears to be superior to that of all other animals. They have the ability to see colour even when it is so dark that humans are not able to see anything at all. This has been shown in a new study by researchers from Lund University in Sweden. […]
IEWS Photographer Of The Month (February) Is…
Thank you for your overwhelming response to our new segment India’s Endangered Wild Shots (IEWS). We launched our Flickr group this January and asked you to contribute photos related to wildlife. The topic for the month of February was “All Things Yellow Found In Nature”. Yellow flowers, yellow bees, yellow trees, yellow seeds and even […]
Why Life Isn’t A Walk On The Beach For Odisha’s Olive Ridley Turtles
A look at the many natural and man-made hurdles faced by Olive Ridley Turtles from the time their mother lays the eggs on the beaches of Odisha to adulthood. Know why, only 1 in 1000 survive to become adults. A record number of eggs have been laid on the beaches of Odisha this year by […]