Wildlife Conservation

Lazzie hatched at Cincinnati Zoo in 2000. She became the first little penguin born there. The zoo now holds North America’s largest colony.

From Birds-of-Paradise to Peacock Spiders: 10 best dancers of the animal kingdom

A stunning celebration of nature’s most captivating performers, showcasing remarkable courtship dances and dazzling displays from across the animal kingdom. These extraordinary moves highlight creativity, survival, and beauty in unexpected and unforgettable ways.

Tiger numbers climb in Odisha with 32 majestic cats logged in Similipal survey

Odisha confirmed increased tiger numbers in its latest assessment. The Forest Department recorded 32 individual tigers in Similipal.

Global mammal count rises: The World gains 1,300 new species

The Mammal Diversity Database lists 1,579 additions since 2005. These include 805 new descriptions and 774 species splits.

Himalayan musk deer returns to West Bengal after 70 years, scientists confirm with images

Poachers hunt musk deer for valuable musk glands. These glands are widely used in traditional medicine trades. They are also used in old forms of perfumery.

World's oldest pygmy hippo marks 52nd birthday in California, winning hearts everywhere

Hannah Shirley, the world’s oldest known pygmy hippo, marked her 52nd birthday at the San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center.

Watch: Wolf outsmarts crab trap for a snack in what may be first tool use by a wild canid

A remote camera captured a wild wolf skillfully pulling a crab trap ashore, revealing rare tool-like behaviour that researchers say may be the first recorded in wild canids.

The snake that never slips: How the Amazon tree boa climbs and hunts above ground

The boa lives in dense rainforests across northern South America. It spends most time several metres above the forest floor.

After 1989 extinction, long-lost tiger returns to Gujarat, settling in Ratanmahal Forest

Gujarat has confirmed that a wandering tiger has made Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary in Dahod district its new home.

Indian-born cheetah gives birth to 5 cubs at Kuno National Park in a first for the reintroduction effort

A rare moment at Kuno National Park has marked an important step in India’s cheetah revival, with officials confirming a significant new milestone in the project.

First leopard in 170 years recorded in West Coast region

Conservationists credit changing land practices in recent decades. Expanded protected areas support broader wildlife movements today.

Meet Fernando Faciole: Brazilian photographer turning wildlife stories into change wins 2025 Impact Award

Brazilian conservation photographer Fernando Faciole wins the 2025 Impact Award for his powerful image “Orphan of the Road,” highlighting Brazil’s giant anteaters and raising awareness about wildlife protection and conservation efforts.

‘Bahadur’ the Himalayan Bear Cub rescued by Indian Army from canister trap

A Himalayan brown bear cub named Bahadur was rescued safely by Indian Army personnel after getting stuck in a metal container.

World’s 10 largest and strongest bear species

From icy tundras to dense forests, these massive predators dominate their habitats. Discover the world’s most powerful bear species that showcase nature’s incredible strength and survival in the wild.

A third of Africa’s wildlife power has vanished, sparking global biodiversity alarm

A new Oxford study uncovers a hidden energy crisis within Africa’s wildlife, revealing how the loss of large animals may be silently reshaping entire ecosystems.

River turtles safeguard freshwater ecosystems as cleaners and nutrient couriers

Turtles perform key ecosystem tasks that protect water life. Without them, nutrient flow breaks down and river habitats lose essential natural support.

From black bears to bobcats: 10 wild animals found in Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio

Hocking Hills State Park in southeast Ohio is a nature lover’s paradise. Explore forests, cliffs, and lakes as you discover the animals that call this park home.

Meet World’s Longest Traveller: This tiny 100-gram bird, light as a feather, circles the Earth twice each year

Over its lifespan of about 30 years, a single Arctic Tern may travel more than 2.4 million kilometres. That is the equivalent of three trips to the Moon.

DNA Reveals Hippos Survived Europe’s Glacial Ice Age Against Expectations

Researchers had long assumed that central European hippos went extinct at the onset of the Weichselian glaciation.

Pint-sized deer to bioluminescent frogs: Meet 10 of Earth's most exotic and rarest animals

Nature is hiding some truly extraordinary creatures, from bioluminescent frogs to miniature deer, in the most remote locations. Discover 10 rare and exotic species that brilliantly showcase the planet's vast biodiversity.

Meet the Glacier Finch: Tiny bird that builds its nest on ice

The Glacier Finch, or White-winged Diuca Finch, is the only known bird to build its nest directly on glaciers, enduring intense cold and high altitudes to raise its chicks.

Birds use a 'universal' call worldwide to warn of danger

Brood parasites lay eggs in other species’ nests, forcing the host to raise their offspring. The cost to host species is high, making this a prime system to study evolution in natural settings.

Brazilian Jaguar stuns researchers with longest recorded swim ever

In a remarkable display of strength and adaptability, a jaguar has stunned researchers by swimming to an island in a flooded reservoir in northern Brazil.

Elusive Asian Golden Cat: The bird-plucking predator and colour-shifting feline facing growing threats

One of Asia’s most secretive big cats is fighting for survival as deforestation, hunting and habitat loss push it closer to danger.

The Champawat Tiger: Tale of the 'world’s deadliest man-eater' that slaughtered over 400 and escaped an army

A legendary tigress terrorised villages, leaving a trail of fear and mystery. Her extraordinary hunts and daring escapes continue to fascinate and challenge our understanding of predators.