While much has been said and done about the plastic plague on the planet, microplastics are a rather new issue. They are difficult to detect, which makes them more difficult to deal with; and the vehicle tyres have become a constant source of the microplastics,
In 2010, representatives from 196 countries assembled in Nagoya, Japan, and agreed on a set of targets designed to save the planet. The Aichi Biodiversity Targets laid out plans to conserve the world’s biodiversity, promote sustainability, and protect ecosystems. The United Nations Convention on Biological
While the coronavirus pandemic has forced humankind to stay indoors, wildlife is flourishing in the absence of human intrusion. For the past few months, cities have seen rare wildlife species roaming around on the streets. Wildlife bloomed in Venice canals given the lack of boats
The remains of the first-ever perfectly-preserved grown cave bear have been found in the Lyakhovsky Islands near Russia. Although scientists have discovered remains of this prehistoric animal many times in the past too, it is the first instance where they have found an intact carcass.
Human intrusion in the natural course of life on the planet cannot be denied. As human civilization advanced over time, humans have been destroying the natural environment at an unparalleled, disturbing rate. According to a recent report, wildlife populations are declining at a staggering rate
The majestic Caspian Tigers once proudly roamed the lands of Central Asia, but have gone extinct half a century ago. These big cats strayed through most of the Northern provinces of Iran and on the border of former Soviet country Tajikistan. In the late 19th
Wildfires have become a rather common occurrence with the rapidly changing climatic conditions. However, the severity of these events has risen drastically, resulting in the devastating loss of life and property. Currently, a series of major wildfire events is active on the western coast of
So much of chaos and despair surrounds us that it has become hard to find something to smile about. Thankfully, the annual contest, the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards have brought brilliantly amusing photographs that are sure to lift your spirits in the pandemonium-like aura that
The African continent is blessed with an amazing variety of wildlife. However, many Southern African countries are battling severe challenges with wildlife poaching where illegal trade in pangolins, rhino horns and elephant tusks continue to escalate despite strong cooperation between member states. The Republic of
While, the plight of the Great Barrier Reef makes us contemplate the impact of our actions on oceanic biodiversity, a newly discovered coral species in the Coral Sea seems like a ray of hope. Australian scientists have conducted a deep-sea study of the Reef off