Botanists have created Trees of India (ToI), a comprehensive database that lists 3,708 tree species 1. It reveals that the country has 609 endemic tree species and is currently home to 347 threatened ...

WASHINGTON, May 10, 2023—The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved an $82 million loan towards the adoption of global best practices for animal health management to prevent, detect, ...

A study based on 30 million field observations has identified that 178 wild bird species in India -- including teals, sarus cranes and greater flamingos -- need immediate attention. The State of India ...

India's unique turtle species face extinction due to pollution, habitat loss, and illegal trade. From the Three-Keeled Land Turtle to the Northern River Terrapin, these ancient creatures are vital for ...

A newly identified snake species from the remote Great Nicobar Islands is offering scientists a fresh look at the region’s hidden biodiversity. A newly identified species of wolf snake has been ...

Four new species of tarantulas, including one new genus, have been described from India’s Western Ghats mountains. A concerning trend shows that 25% of newly described tarantula species since 2000 ...

The Asiatic lion is the only surviving population of its kind in the world. With around 674 individuals left in the wild, the Gir National Park in Gujarat is their sole sanctuary. Conservation efforts ...

India is home to a treasure trove of unique wildlife, sheltering some of the world’s rarest animal species. From the snow-covered peaks of the Himalayas to the rain-drenched forests of the Western ...

Scientists found a “large”-headed creature in a campground water tank of Arunachal Pradesh and discovered a new species, a study said. Photo from the Lower Subansiri District Government In a water ...