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Finding of new species makes north Western Ghats caecilian biodiversity hotspot
New caecilian species Gegeneophis chandgadi found near homes in north Western Ghats, boosting biodiversity hotspot status and highlighting hidden amphibians.
Scientists warmed a Colorado grassland for 29 years, but shrubs increased 150% while grasses and wildflowers fell 28%
A 29-year climate-warming experiment in Colorado has documented a major shift in a subalpine grassland, with shrubs increasing by 150% while grasses and
Scientists collected 49 spider webs in Australia; their DNA revealed 85 vertebrate species hiding nearby
Researchers have discovered that spider webs serve as fascinating collectors of genetic material from nearby vertebrates. In a comprehensive study in Australia, vertebrate DNA was detected across all samples, providing insights into thirty-two species at sanc…
Fading fragrance of Marayoor
The sandalwood trees of Marayoor face significant threats from a debilitating disease and changing climate conditions, severely affecting their health and oil yield. Additionally, natural predators and illicit actions pose further risks to this precious resou…
India adds 709 new species to its faunal database in 2025 , 353 taxa to its flora
The Ecological Intelligence of Sacred Landscapes
Architecture often speaks about ecological design as though it were a recent discovery. Biodiversity corridors, regenerative landscapes, sponge cities, and more-than-human urbanism are presented as emerging responses to contemporary environmental crises. Acro…
世界の富裕層上位10％が地球環境に数百兆円もの損害を与えているとの研究結果
気候変動による地球温暖化は世界中すべての人々の生活に打撃を与えていますが、実際に気候変動に寄与する度合いは、その人の生活水準や消費行動などによって異なります。オランダ・ライデン大学の環境科学者らのチームが、世界の富裕層上位10％が環境に与える悪影響は年間数百兆円に及ぶとの研究結果を示しました。Environmental damages of the top ten percent consumers exceed global climate and biodiversity funding gaps | Com…
World's Richest 10% Are Costing Earth Trillions, Study Finds
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Top 10% of Consumers Create Up to $5.7 Trillion in Environmental Damage Annually
That amount could pay for climate and biodiversity financing targets with billions still to spare.
Leaf beetle diversity on a Southeast Asian continental island: Taxonomy, DNA barcoding, and preliminary evolutionary insights from Cat Ba Island, Vietnam
Continental shelf islands in Southeast Asia remain poorly studied with respect to insect diversity and evolutionary history. Here, we provide an integrative assessment of species diversity, DNA barcode variation, diversification dynamics, and historical bioge…
Eco-week inspires students to turn environmental values into action
St Aloysius PU College, Mangaluru marks Eco-week 2026 with expert talks and workshops on microgreens, waste-to-wealth, biodiversity, snakes and birdwatching.
Why The Case For Sourcing From Africa Has Never Been Stronger, And Still Gets Ignored
Africa's richest biodiversity, fastest-growing consumer market, and most innovative food founders are open for business. American buyers still aren't paying attention.
Delhi Gymkhana Club closure : India cities are losing conversational biodiversity as social spaces fragment
Sanjeevani Booti? Scientists find a 'lost' blueberries in Himalayas after nearly 200 years; locals say it boosts...
A Himalayan berry species, 'Vaccinium piliferum', thought lost for 188 years, has been rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh. This endangered wild blueberry relative was found in a limited population, highlighting the region's hidden biodiversity and the urgent n…
Underestimating the Challenges of Avoiding a Ghastly Future
Preface. This is another “Scientists Warnings to Humanity” by many famous scientists, including Paul & Anne Erlich, John Harte, Peter Raven, and Mathis Wackernagel. Some of the challenges they point to are loss of biodiversity and consequent 6th mass extincti…
Adarsh Gourav on Voices of the Land: It has been one of the most eye-opening experiences for me as a storyteller
Actor Adarsh Gourav has ventured into documentary storytelling with Voices of the Land, an upcoming docu-series exploring the culture, traditions and biodiversity of Northeast India. The series follows his journey across the region as he engages with indigeno…
Biodiversity begins at home: How local action can create global impact
Biodiversity is crucial for human survival, yet it's declining rapidly due to human actions. India is strengthening its conservation efforts, with local communities playing a vital role. Initiatives like restoring coastal ecosystems and creating micro-forests…
Poor pay is holding back Africa’s biodiversity research and reducing its contribution to global science
Low salaries are part of the reason biodiversity remains understudied in Africa.
The Island Time Forgot: Why Madagascar Is Home to Wildlife You Won’t Find Anywhere Else on Earth
Efforts are being made to protect this island, hopefully they will be enough. The post The Island Time Forgot: Why Madagascar Is Home to Wildlife You Won’t Find Anywhere Else on Earth appeared first on TwistedSifter.
Fidelity International Unveils a Miyawaki Forest With 15,000 Native Trees to Boost Gurugram’s Urban Ecology
Set to transform land at the Dhankot pond area into a self sustaining urban forest ecosystem, delivering measurable climate, biodiversity and community impact.
Sunder Nursery to have a 30-acre microhabitat zone to remember Delhi’s once rich biodiversity
The Garden House and the book 'Gardens Within A Garden' ensure that Sunder Nursery affirms its space as a green corridor for the Capital