Saving the Gentle Giant: How India’s Fishers Are Leading a Whale Shark Revival
Nov 29, 2025, at 02:38 pm
Once targeted for oil and meat, the whale shark is now being saved by fishers along India’s Arabian Sea coast. What began as a Gujarat-led conservation movement has reached Lakshadweep and Kerala. With awareness drives and rescue compensation, fishers are learning safe disentanglement techniques. Yet, inadequate support and social security gaps continue to challenge the people risking their livelihoods to protect this gentle giant. Mongabay India correspondent K A Shaji reports
‘Floating Terrors’ wash ashore! Urgent warning for beachgoers in UK's Wales
Nov 03, 2025, at 11:14 pm
Authorities have issued an urgent safety warning after several Portuguese Man O’ War, also known as “Floating Terrors,” washed up on a popular Welsh beach in the UK, posing a danger to the public.
Pet owners panic as deadly virus hits Goa’s dogs, government issues warning
Nov 01, 2025, at 02:55 pm
The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services has urged dog owners in Goa to vaccinate their pets following a rise in Canine Distemper cases in parts of the state.
Mother elephant rescues calf stuck on road, video melts internet
Oct 16, 2025, at 09:40 pm
A viral video of a mother elephant rescuing her calf, shared by Indian Forest Services (IFS) officer Parveen Kaswan, has melted the internet by perfectly capturing compassion in the wild.
Ranthambore scare: Tourists left stranded in tiger zone for 90 mins as guide flees safari
Aug 17, 2025, at 10:24 pm
Ranthambore: A safari at Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park turned into a nightmare when a group of tourists, including women and children, were left stranded in a tiger-infested forest for nearly 90 minutes after their safari canter broke down in zone 6.
Delhi: Royal Bengal Tiger Aditi gives birth to six cubs in zoo
Aug 05, 2025, at 06:16 pm
Delhi Zoo is expected to attract more footfall after six Bengal Tiger cubs were born on Monday morning, the largest litter born at the facility in two decades.
India's River Dolphin: Clear And Present Danger
May 28, 2025, at 01:54 pm
The lovable river dolphin of India is in danger of survival and needs urgent conservation efforts as the first ever survey on the species published recently reveal, writes Ranjita Biswas
Two zones of Ranthambore tiger reserve closed after tigress kills forest ranger
May 14, 2025, at 03:09 pm
Jaipur/IBNS: Two forest zones of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan were closed after a tigress killed a forest ranger last Sunday, media reports said.
South Kashmir: The costs of coexisting with predatory wildlife
May 12, 2025, at 02:24 pm
A new study across three protected areas in southern Kashmir recorded 92 livestock losses in two years from predators like the Asiatic black bear and the leopard, resulting in major financial strain for households in the buffer zones. While many respondents in the study expressed a generally positive attitude toward wildlife, without timely compensation and improved livestock protection, there is a risk of retaliatory killing. Habitat restoration, better grazing management, and strong community involvement are key to lasting coexistence. Mongabay India correspondent Sneha Mahale reports
Sariska Tiger Reserve: A maharani recognised
May 02, 2025, at 12:58 pm
An upcoming memorial to a tigress for singularly repopulating the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan is a first of its kind, but it also raises questions about proper conservation efforts. Rakhee Roytalukdar reports
West Bengal: Leopard rescued from well in Darjeeling village
Mar 11, 2025, at 12:07 am
Kolkata: An adult leopard was rescued from a well in the Darjeeling district’s Damragram village under Champasree Gram Panchayat on Monday morning.
Indian government released first-ever report showing 6,327 riverine dolphins present in country
Mar 03, 2025, at 05:50 pm
The first-ever report on the population estimation of riverine dolphins in India showed 6,327 dolphins are present in the Ganga, Brahmaputra and Indus River systems.
Mar 03, 2025, at 03:47 pm
Gir (Gujarat): Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a lion safari at Gujarat’s Gir Wildlife Sanctuary on Monday morning to commemorate World Wildlife Day.
Vantara to shelter 20 elephants rescued from exploitative logging industry
Jan 24, 2025, at 01:17 pm
New Delhi [India], January 23: Vantara, a renowned rescue center for captive elephants and other wild animals, is preparing to provide a sanctuary for 20 elephants rescued from the exploitative logging industry in Arunachal Pradesh. The rescue, approved by a High-Powered Committee established by the Tripura High Court and supervised by the Supreme Court, marks a significant step toward a future of compassion and freedom for these majestic creatures.
The last feral horses of India
Nov 11, 2024, at 07:16 pm
The Dibru Saikhowa National Park in Assam is the only place in India with a population of feral horses. These horses are believed to be descendants of war horses from World War II, while other theories suggest they could be descendants of China’s Przewalski’s horses. The horses face threats from smuggling and dwindling grazing grounds and habitat. Mongabay-India correspondent Nabarun Guha reports
Rajasthan forms probe committee after 25 tigers go missing from Ranthambore National Park
Nov 06, 2024, at 05:44 pm
Jaipur/IBNS: One-third of 75 tigers at the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve has prompted the Rajasthan Chief Wildlife Warden to constitute a probe committee, media reports said.
Beluga Whale Hvaldimir was shot dead, claims animal rights groups
Sep 07, 2024, at 08:24 pm
Animal rights groups have claimed preliminary investigations showed Beluga Whale Hvaldimir, which was recently found dead off the Norwegian coast, was 'killed by gunshot wounds'.
White beluga whale Hvaldimir, dubbed 'Russian Spy', found dead off Norwegian coast
Sep 02, 2024, at 05:56 pm
A white beluga whale, which was often suspected to have been trained by Russia to act as its spy but conservationists said had bridged the gap between humans and wild animals in a way that few can, was found dead off the Norwegian coast recently.
Minor girl dies after wolves attack her in UP's Bahraich
Sep 02, 2024, at 03:36 pm
A two-year-old girl died and three others were injured after wolves attacked them on Sunday night in Uttar Pradesh's Bahraich, media reports said.
Elephant, who strayed into Bengal's village, dies after being attacked with spike rods, fireballs
Aug 20, 2024, at 06:05 am
Kolkata/IBNS: An elephant reportedly died after it was attacked by 'hulla' groups in West Bengal's Jhargram who wanted to drive it out of the area.
Chhattisgarh: Woman bravely rescues snake from office with bare hands, video goes viral
Jul 29, 2024, at 10:51 pm
Catching a live snake can be a nightmare for the ordinary but it is nothing but a casual act for animal rescuer Ajita Pandey who recently showcased her skill in capturing the reptile which sneaked into the DLS PG College's Office premises in Bilaspur city of Chhattisgarh.
Sri Lanka: Elephant goes on rampage during religious procession, 13 hurt
Jul 08, 2024, at 12:33 am
At least 13 people were injured after an elephant went on a rampage in Sri Lanka on Saturday.
UNESCO designates eleven new biosphere reserves to global list
Jul 06, 2024, at 02:34 pm
The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Friday designated 11 new biosphere reserves, recognizing their importance for conserving biodiversity and cultural heritage.
Maharashtra: Crocodile caught on camera moving on the road in Ratnagiri amid heavy rainfall
Jul 01, 2024, at 11:29 pm
Maharashtra's Ratnagiri was left shocked when a crocodile was seen walking the streets of the city amid heavy rainfall.
‘Untold harm to nature’ from wildlife trafficking, says UN crime agency
May 14, 2024, at 04:46 pm
Despite two decades of worldwide efforts, more than 4,000 precious wildlife species still fall prey to trafficking every year, a new report by the UN crime and drugs prevention office, UNODC, showed on Monday.
Assam's Kaziranga National Park registers highest revenue in 50 years
May 12, 2024, at 11:15 pm
Kaziranga National Park of Assam, known for its one-horned rhinos, has registered its maximum revenue in the past 50 years, media reports said.
Pet dog bites girl inside Noida housing society lift, video goes viral
May 08, 2024, at 08:16 pm
A video has gone viral on social media which shows a young girl attacked by a pet dog inside the lift of a posh Noida housing society.
PETA India offers live-saving tips for caring animals amid rising temperature
Apr 27, 2024, at 09:29 pm
As temperatures soar, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India is offering life-saving tips on caring for animals.
West Bengal Forest Department books man for illegal possession of Parakeets
Apr 06, 2024, at 06:45 am
Following a concerned citizen’s report about Alexandrine parakeets being kept in a small dingy cage at a man’s residence, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India said it worked with North 24 Parganas forest officials to rescue the birds and register a preliminary offence report (POR) against the alleged illegal custodian.
Hundreds of turtles killed through electrocution in Pakistan, locals demand action
Apr 01, 2024, at 01:35 am
In a heart-wrenching episode, hundreds of turtles were killed through electrocution in Chiniot region of Pakistan, media reports said on Sunday