Context Smooth-coated otters, a freshwater fish-loving animal seen near Mukkombu after a long break. Back to Basics About Smooth-coated otters Listed as ‘Vulnerable’ on the IUCN Red List. It is…

Context A team of researchers has identified a new gecko species from the hills of Attappady, in the Western Ghats, Kerala. About the new gecko species The new large species…

Context Recently, researchers have discovered a new species of spider from the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary and a new species of millipede from the University of Calicut campus, Tenhipalam. About the…

Context Recently, Assam villagers oppose sanctuary tag for golden langur habitat at Kakoijana Reserve Forest. About Kakoijana Reserve Forest Kakoijana Reserve Forest is one of the better-known homes of the…

Context A nematode infestation has led to mass mortality of spot-billed pelicans (Pelicanus philippensis) at Telineelapuram Important Bird Area (IBA) in Naupada swamp of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh. About…

Context The population of the vulnerable eastern swamp deer, extinct elsewhere in South Asia, has dipped in the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. About Swamp Deer The animal is…

Context A section of aquarists and ornamental fish breeders are surprised that the Denison barb (Miss Kerala), a native freshwater fish species commonly found in parts of Karnataka and Kerala,…

Context Less than two decades ago, experts and forest officials were not sure if the once plentiful Nothern River Terrapin (Batagur baska) had survived in the wetlands of Sundarbans.  About Nothern River…