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From Painted Stork to Little Egret, flocks of birds seen in water bodies of TN's Thoothukudi suburbs
3+ hour, 19+ min ago (115+ words) The Economic Times From Painted Stork to Little Egret, flocks of birds seen in water bodies of TN's Thoothukudi suburbs Fill in your details: Will not be displayed 'Won't appear before her': Kejriwal refuses to appear before Delhi HC Judge…...
The Animals That See Colors Humans Can't Imagine
19+ hour, 45+ min ago (280+ words) The Economic Times The spectrum of visible light to the human eye is only a fraction of the light spectrum available: several animals can detect wavelengths that humans cannot perceive This research was carried out by scientists who published their…...
The Different Ways Animals Adapt to Climate Change
5+ day, 23+ hour ago (102+ words) Vaishnaw lays foundation for India's first 3 D glass chip unit in Odisha 'Fire we lit has turned bill to ashes': Stalin slams centre over delimitation Rekha Gupta backs HC verdict, slams Kejriwal over liquor scam allegations Jeffries blasts Kash Patel,…...
India's first Petroglyph Conservation Park to be set up in Ladakh
1+ week, 1+ day ago (135+ words) Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena lays foundation stone for India's first petroglyph conservation park in Leh on World Heritage Day. The park aims to protect Ladakh's ancient rock carvings threatened by tourism and development. An Mo U with ASI supports…...
These Tiny Fish Are Climbing Waterfalls And Scientists Are Still Figuring Out Why
1+ week, 5+ day ago (320+ words) The Economic Times Did you know that biologists in Brazil observed an extremely rare and interesting phenomenon? Yes, it was late in 2024! Experts saw thousands of bumblebee catfish, a relatively small freshwater fish known scientifically as Rhyacoglanis paranensis These fish…...
Beyond the Usual Pair: How Penguins Care for Their Chicks
3+ week, 1+ min ago (89+ words) Himanta hits back at Khera; cites 'Pakistan link' 'India can play more significant role in West Asia conflict': Iran diplomat Strait of Hormuz "will never return, especially for US, Israel: IRGC Iranian missile hits a residential building in Israels Haifa…...
At Ranthambhore National Park, tiger climbs tree, braves sharp branches to hunt grey heron birds. Video goes viral
4+ week, 2+ hour ago (265+ words) A tiger was filmed climbing a tree in Ranthambore National Park to hunt grey heron chicks, a rare display of adaptability driven by hunger. The adult heron bravely defended its nest, showcasing parental devotion against a formidable predator. The video…...
The Secret Social Lives of Animals Are Finally Being Decoded, and AI Is the Reason Why
4+ week, 23+ hour ago (167+ words) Scientists are now using artificial intelligence to unlock secrets of animal behavior. AI systems process vast data, revealing hidden patterns in how animals interact. This technology helps understand animal emotions through sounds and track movements in three dimensions. Research is…...
How Blindness Became an Advantage: Why Certain Animals Abandon Sight in Perpetual Darkness
4+ week, 1+ day ago (167+ words) Life in perpetual darkness has led cave-dwelling creatures to evolve beyond sight. Instead of developing better vision, these animals shed energy-intensive eyes, reallocating resources to enhance senses like touch and smell. This evolutionary trade-off, known as troglomorphism, prioritizes survival in…...
Former Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh slams Centre for taking credit for Great Indian Bustard conservation in Kutch
4+ week, 1+ day ago (163+ words) A Great Indian Bustard chick hatched in Kutch after a decade. Former Minister Jairam Ramesh stated he initiated conservation efforts in 2010. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision from 2011 and Project GIB launched in 2016. This conservation involved…...