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Native to tropical parts of the Americas, the potoo bird is a master of disguise. It is found in southern Mexico, Central America and South America.
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Tens of millions of wild birds have already died worldwide. Since 2021, the H5N1 strain has devastated colonies of seabirds and marine mammals. New Zealand, however, has remained free from infection.
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Cassowaries are considered one of the most challenging bird species to breed and care for. Their rarity makes each successful hatching a boost for the wider European population.
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Burmese pythons are not native to Florida’s wetlands. Their population surged in the 1990s after the exotic pet trade and a reptile facility collapse during Hurricane Andrew.
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The elusive Pallas’s cat, one of the world’s oldest wild felines, has a unique habit of standing on its thick, bushy tail to shield its paws from freezing ground.
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A rare mammal has been spotted in Brazil’s Cunhambebe State Park for the first time since 1914, raising hopes for rainforest recovery and sparking questions about survival, migration, and conservation efforts.
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From vibrant weaver bird nests to majestic peacocks and colourful butterflies, Gurugram’s urban spaces reveal stunning glimpses of wildlife, offering a rare chance to witness nature’s beauty thriving amid the city.
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The Surya model and its training datasets are freely available online, hosted on HuggingFace and GitHub. NASA hopes researchers, students, and developers worldwide will adapt the tool for new applications.
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Researchers built detailed family trees of more than 1,000 snakes, captured and released over years of fieldwork. Their findings show inbred snakes were 13% less likely to produce surviving young and had 12% lower annual survival.
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The clip shows a group of turtles forming a circle, with two turtles meeting in the middle. The scene resembles a roundtable conference of animals.
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Wildlife officers in Sri Lanka report male elephants engaging in same-sex bonding, grooming and mounting in national parks.
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A rare black panther cub has been spotted in Karnataka’s Bhadra Tiger Reserve, thrilling visitors and wildlife enthusiasts, as forest staff confirm the new addition alongside an already resident adult panther.
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The rare orange shark was discovered on a sport fishing expedition off Tortuguero National Park, 37 metres deep. Approximately two metres long, it represented an extraordinary first-time sighting of its type.
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Researchers in South Australia have found more than 270 critically endangered Plains-wanderers in unexpected shrubland habitat, challenging long-held beliefs and offering fresh hope for the species’ survival and conservation efforts.
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Asia is home to extraordinary wildlife found nowhere else. From the elusive saola to the tree-dwelling red panda, these rare species showcase the continent’s rich biodiversity and unique natural wonders.
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Wolves had nearly been driven to extinction in Europe and America. When human populations increased, wolves lost their natural habitat. They occasionally preyed on livestock, and farmers attacked them.
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England’s Montagu’s harrier population is extremely small compared with Spain and France. Nesting on farmland exposes them to constant threats.
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From spiralled antelopes to towering buffalo, nature has created some truly spectacular horns. Discover 10 animals whose massive, striking horns stand out as symbols of strength, survival and beauty in the wild.
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Once common in Kent, the red-billed chough disappeared more than two centuries ago due to habitat loss.
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Discover a mesmerising collection of rare and stunning birds from around the world. These feathered wonders are so unique and vibrant, they almost seem too magical to be real.
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Clouded leopards are rarely seen in the wild, especially with young. There are fewer than 10,000 of them left globally. Sightings in Northeast India remain limited.
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Two red panda cubs have been born after a long seven-year wait at the Himalayan Zoological Park in Bulbuley near Gangtok.
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Sameer Tamang, a local youth, filmed the cub during a trip. He was travelling with a friend when he spotted the animal.
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The loss of the national bird comes weeks after another tragedy. In June, a tigress and four cubs were found dead in Male Mahadeshwara Hills Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Often called nature’s “baby dragon,” the Great Eared Nightjar is a rare nocturnal bird known for its dragon-like looks, eerie calls, and incredible camouflage in dense forest habitats.
