Protected Areas and Habitats

Aug 04, 2026 3 min

Glaw Lake Becomes India’s 101st Ramsar Site

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has become India's 101st Ramsar Site and the state's first wetland of international importance. Learn its significance...

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Jul 22, 2026 14 min

Biosphere Reserves of India: Complete List, UNESCO Status & Key Facts

Complete list of 18 Biosphere Reserves of India with states, years, UNESCO status, geography, rivers, national parks, wildlife, flora and conservation programmes.

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Jul 22, 2026 3 min

Segur Plateau Elephant Corridor

Segur Plateau Elephant Corridor connects Western and Eastern Ghats. Know its location, Mudumalai link, Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and ecological importance

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Jul 16, 2026 5 min

New Monkey Species Colobus congoensis Discovered

Scientists have discovered a new monkey species, Colobus congoensis (Likweli), in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Learn about its taxonomy, habitat, conservation...

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Jul 13, 2026 2 min

Rhino Population in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve Rises to 53 in 2026 Census

The rhino population in Uttar Pradesh's Dudhwa Tiger Reserve has increased to 53 in the 2026 census. Learn about the Indian rhinoceros,...

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Jun 25, 2026 3 min

Antaram idukki: New Tiger Moth Genus and Species

Scientists have discovered Antaram idukki, a new genus and species of tiger moth, in Kerala's Western Ghats. Learn about its taxonomy, significance,...

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Jun 07, 2026 3 min

Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary Becomes India’s 100th Ramsar Site

Uttar Pradesh's Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) has been designated as India's 100th Ramsar Site. Learn about its ecological significance,...

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Jun 07, 2026 2 min

Rare Caracal Sighted in Kuno National Park After Several Decades

A rare caracal was recorded in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, during a wildlife survey. Learn about the caracal, Kuno National Park,...

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Apr 03, 2026 6 min

Snowy Owl

Snowy owl granted CMS protection explained with habitat, behaviour, threats, exam facts and FAQs for UPSC preparation.

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Jan 01, 2026 4 min

Parvati–Arga Bird Sanctuary Declared Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ)

Parvati–Arga Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh has been declared an Eco-Sensitive Zone, strengthening wetland conservation, migratory bird protection and sustainable development efforts.

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