Tiger, Tiger (Not) Burning Bright
They once numbered over 1,00,000 almost a century ago. These animals have inspired the imagination of many, turned hunters into […]
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Reptiles And Their Unique Way To Brave The Cold
As temperatures start to drop with the advent of winter, ectothermic animals start preparing for the change in season so
Tracing Bird Flu Across The Globe
Avian influenza, more popularly known as bird flu, is a zoonotic disease – the kind that can spread or jump
Bear Of The Month – Ashok, The 17-Year-Old At BBRC
Spread over 77 acres, the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC) is divided into five different regions namely, Jambhava, Kishkinda, Panchavati,
Festival of Lights Brings A Dark Time For Owls In India
Popularly known as the ‘festival of lights’, Diwali marks the beginning of a new year in the Hindu calendar. People
Climate Change-Induced Heatwaves Severely Affect Animals
Climate change is a haunting reality. According to scientists, humans have played a huge role in creating it, and we
Myths, Misconceptions, And Misrepresentation Of Reptiles
Be it through stories, media, or culture, reptiles have held a complex representation since time immemorial. The Harry Potter franchise
Monsoon And Crocodile Rescues Go Hand-In-Hand In Vadodara
During monsoons, the landscape of Vadodara transforms into a waterscape, when the roads in the city and its outskirts flood.
What Is A Sloth Bear?
When one hears the name “Sloth bear” for the first time, it can be quite puzzling to imagine what this
Knowing The World’s Rhinos
Rhinoceroses are one of the most fascinating and certainly one of the largest land animals to exist today. Despite that,
Venomous Vipers of India
With over 30 species inhabiting various habitats across India, vipers are one of the most dreaded snakes. From snow-capped mountains
Wildlife Education At Our Rescue Centres
We often get confused when we hear the word ‘education’ since its textbook definition is one-dimensional. Most of us associate
The Animals Of Bamboo Forests
Bamboo is one of the most important plant species in the world. In India, it is widely distributed over 15.69
Bear Of The Month – Zara
Over a decade ago, two young Asiatic black bears were found huddled within the trunk of a burnt Chinar tree.
A Conservationist’s Guide To Wildlife Tracking
If you find yourself in an unfamiliar area, you can simply approach a passerby or open up a map app
World Honey Bee Day: Hello Busy, Buzzing Bees!
One of the most recognisable insects, Honey bees are small, yellow and black striped, winged creatures. Belonging to the order
World Tiger Day: Threats To The Majestic Cat
Each year, we celebrate International Tiger Day on July 29 to turn the spotlight on the majestic big cat species
Animals That Welcome The Monsoon!
Monsoon arrives and so do numerous creatures from the natural world! One can witness interesting phenomena, right in the backyard.
Herpetofauna At Wildlife SOS Centres!
One big advantage of having rescue centres right next to wilderness is that the environment is abundant with wildlife. From