World Nature Conservation Day is marked on the global annual calendar on the 28th of July. Although opinions vary and the exact history of the day and details regarding its inception are not exactly known or clarified, it is accepted worldwide, the marked importance of World Nature Conservation Day. It Read more…
Today, the 26th of July, is International Mangrove Day. Mangroves, often called the Guardians of the Coast, are vital ecosystems with diverse trees and shrubs that possess intricate root systems and are salt-tolerant. The devastating effects of the tsunami in December 2004 highlighted the importance of these coastal systems. In Read more…
As ironic as nature would have it, the elegant and beautiful species to slither, not just on land, but also conquer the seas and trees, are often sadly misunderstood. Snakes, in general, are feared and reviled by many other species. These misunderstood slithering creatures are said to be in possession Read more…
After surviving several mass extinctions for more than four hundred million years, sharks have been playing a vital role in the health of our oceans. Yet, they are being removed at rates outpacing their ability to reproduce. The 14th of July is Shark Awareness Day, a reminder of how critical Read more…
It is a cartilaginous fish and hence belongs to the class Chondrichthyes of the kingdom Animalia. They vary in grey, cream, brown, yellow, slate or blue. Sharks feed on small fish and invertebrates. They have a gestation period of 8 to 12 months. They like to live in tropical coral Read more…
World Orca Day is celebrated annually on July 14. The aim is to raise awareness of Orca and the threats they face, thereby increasing the protection of Orca and oceans. Orcas are the top predators in the ocean, and these iconic animals are also known as keystone species. This means Read more…
Chimpanzees, scientifically known as Pan troglodytes, are our closest living relatives in the animal kingdom. They offer a captivating glimpse into the complexities of social behaviour, cognitive prowess, and evolutionary history. From the lush rainforests of Africa to the confines of research sanctuaries, these remarkable primates continue to astound scientists Read more…
Rainforests are often referred to as the heartbeats of our planet, offering a staggering diversity of life within their contiguous borders. Despite making up 6 percent of Earth’s surface, these verdant realms are home to almost half of Earth’s species—from the most minute, iridescent insects to the tallest grandeur of Read more…
The June – the month of fashion weeks and day for a fashion victim. ‘’The investigator visited a farm that holds tens of thousands of crocodiles and slaughters 1,500 of them every three months. At this farm—which supplies skins to Louis Vuitton—about 5,000 crocodiles were kept in small, concrete enclosures—some Read more…
Land, as we know it, has been a central component of the sustenance of life. Before life on land arose billions of years ago, it was a hostile environment unsuitable to harbour life. However, through the passage of billions of years of time, the land has changed and adapted to Read more…