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Synchronised census of terrestrial birds in Tiruchi Forest Division to be carried out

The Forest Department will carry out a synchronised census of terrestrial birds in reserve forests and reserve lands in Tiruchi Forest Division as part of a Statewide exercise to be held on March 2 and 3

The Hindu · Feb 29, 2024

Scrap subsidies to Scotland’s conifer forests, urges report

Royal Society of Edinburgh says money should be spent on longer-living native forests with greater biodiversity benefits

The Guardian - UK · Feb 29, 2024

Chennai birder spots the eastern marsh harrier at Madurantakam lake

Rare sighting of eastern marsh harrier in Chennai by experienced birder R Karthik at Madurantakam lake.

The Hindu · Feb 29, 2024

What is World Wildlife Day and how can you get involved?

An annual celebration of all things wild and wonderful is coming up

Evening Standard · Feb 28, 2024

Did a marine heatwave cause 7,000 humpback whales to starve to death?

Populations were recovering, but a new study reveals that numbers dropped by 20% coinciding with a period of record temperatures in the North Pacific

The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024

Heatwaves May Be Driving Whale Decline In Pacific: Study

The number of North Pacific humpback whales plummeted 20 percent in less than a decade, and marine heatwaves may be the main culprit, according to a study released Wednesday that spells a troubled future for the majestic sea mammals.

International Business Times · Feb 28, 2024

Fear For Rhinos As Poachers Kill 500 In South Africa

Conservationists raised the alarm on Tuesday as South Africa reported a sharp increase in rhino poaching, with almost 500 animals killed last year.

International Business Times · Feb 27, 2024

Butterflies mimic each other's flight patterns to evade predators

Inedible butterfly species that replicate one other's colour patterns have developed similar flight habits to warn predators and avoid being eaten. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 27, 2024

One of world’s smallest fish found to make sound as loud as a gunshot

Scientists discover how Danionella cerebrum, measuring width of adult human fingernail, can create noises exceeding 140 decibels

The Guardian - UK · Feb 27, 2024

Nearly 500 Rhinos Killed As Poaching Increases In S.Africa

Almost 500 rhinos were killed by poachers in South Africa last year, up 11 percent on 2022, despite government efforts to tackle the illicit trade in horns, ministers said Tuesday.

International Business Times · Feb 27, 2024