Exploring the Himalayan Vulture
Context: Recently, the Assam State Zoo in Guwahati has achieved a groundbreaking feat by successfully breeding the elusive Himalayan vulture (Gyps himalayensis) in captivity for the first time in India. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Exploring the Himalayan Vulture Conservation Status: Impressive Characteristics: Habitat and Range: Ecosystem Role: Captive Breeding […]
Lion-Tailed Macaque
Context: Recently, Lion-tailed macaque has been sporadically spotted by conservationists in the forests of Nadugani, shared by the Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu and Nilambur in Kerala. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Lion-tailed Macaque: Appearance Habitat Threats Conservation Status -Source: The Hindu
Rising Methane Levels and Climate Transition: Concerns
Context: The increase in methane levels in the Earth’s atmosphere has prompted worries regarding the ongoing climate transition. The escalation of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, has led to discussions about the possibility of Earth undergoing a ‘termination-level transition’ akin to historical climate shifts. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Methane: […]
Sixth Anniversary of the Minamata Convention
Context: The sixth anniversary of the Minamata Convention on Mercury is a reminder of global efforts to combat the toxic effects of mercury. On this occasion, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) reflects on the ongoing campaign to eradicate the use of mercury in small-scale gold mining. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of […]
About The Herons
Context: The annual heronry count jointly organised by WWF-India in association with the Forest department in Thiruvananthapuram district has recorded more heronries that in the past. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Heron: Global Distribution: Feeding Habits: Breeding and Nesting: Importance of Heronry Counts: -Source: The Hindu
MoEF&CC’s U-turn to Merge Four Environmental Bodies
Context: In June, the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) issued a notification reversing its earlier decision to merge four important bodies – National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), Forest Survey of India (FSI), Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB), and Central Zoo Authority (CZA). Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: […]
About The Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Context: The Madras High Court recently directed the Central government to release funds to relocate all 495 residents of the Thengumarahada village in Tamil Nadu (TN), as the village falls within the protected area of the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Mudumalai Tiger Reserve Terrain: Habitat: Flora: Fauna: Film Connection: -Source: […]
What are Microplastics?
Context: A team of scientists in China recently found microplastics in the human heart for the first time. Relevance: GS III- Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What are Microplastics? Microplastics are tiny plastic debris that are smaller than 5 mm in length, tinier than even a grain of rice. There are two types […]
World Elephant Day 2023
Context: Recently, on the occasion of World Elephant Day, the Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and Labour and Employment highlighted various initiatives and accomplishments in India’s elephant conservation journey. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: World Elephant Day Campaign Inception: Founders and Initiators: Objectives: Key Highlights of Elephants: […]
Indian Flying Fox bat
Context: A new study found that India’s largest species of bats, Indian Flying Fox bat spends 7% of its day-roosting time being environmentally vigilant. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology About Indian Flying Fox Bat The Indian Flying Fox Bat is a notable species of flying fox native to the Indian subcontinent. Here are key […]