New research from an international team of researchers indicates that humans pose a higher risk of extinction for marine mammals. Now, for many ocean conservation advocates I can hear the collective "Duuuuuh" right now, complete with eyes rolling round in their sockets. But wait. This particular study, " Drivers and Hotspots of Extinction Risk in Marine Mammals " published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA , has the potential for catching the attention of...Read Full Story
Mammals are differentiated from other species by the ability of the females of their clan to produce milk and the existence of a vertebrate in their anatomy. A few mammals have today become endangered, mainly due human-related changes in the world. Here is a list of endangered mammals.
The African and Asian Elephants are an endangered species today. Asian elephants are generally not dangerous, but certain rogue elephants may endanger human properties and lives. The Asian elephant has mainly...Read Full Story
Rajasthan is one of the blessed states of India known for numerous things such as culture and traditions, natural beauty, forts and palaces, last but not the least the exotic wildlife. Throughout the whole journey tourists can see the diversity in all aspects of life that are mentioned above. Out of all popular aspects wildlife of the place is quite famous among the tourists so they can enjoy the richness of the place. The place includes numbers of wildlife sanctuaries where people can enjoy...Read Full Story
Class mammalia is a small group of animals. It includes about 5400 species of mammals including human beings, bats, cats, tigers, elephants, pandas, gorillas, mice, sloths, horses, dolphins and whales. Mammals are sub-categorized as monotremes (Prototheria), marsupials (Metatheria) and placental mammals (Eutheria) on the basis of their mode of reproduction. Monotremes are the egg-laying mammals such as duck-billed platypus and echidnas. Marsupials include kangaroo, koala and numbat. Most...Read Full Story
Indian country is the home of wide range of flora and fauna and attracts numerous nature lovers from all over the world. There are more than hundred national parks located in its vicinity and preserving this wide collection of wildlife. Most of the popular reserves of the country are also blessed with exceptional tourism facilities. These destinations are ideal for an adventures vacation. From several popular notation parks three most popular are following. Kaziranga is one of the most...Read Full Story
India is one of the unforgettable and classic tourist’s destinations that offer each type of tourism option to their vacationers. Each tourism option that this miraculous country offers you is inimitable and unique where you enjoy a lot with your close ones. But out of all, wildlife tour of India is one of the most fascinating and remarkable journey. The unique and rich wildlife of a country grab the attention of most of the tourists. The classic and exotic wildlife sanctuaries of a nation...Read Full Story
The diverse and vast county of India has great potential for wildlife tourism. There are many wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in this state which are visited by a large number of wildlife enthusiasts from all over the world. Jungle safari in Indian wildlife sanctuaries and national parks provides tourists to explore the rich diverse flora and fauna of the country. Have a look at some of the best destinations for jungle tourism and wildlife safari in India. Kaziranga National Park...Read Full Story
We raise hue and cry, especially in English media, only when a tiger is killed but never speak when hundreds of leopards are poached or elephants died because of human erected electric fence or if any animals are killed. May be, we feel outraged ...
New Delhi, Feb 12 (PTI) Wildlife sanctuary status for Uttarakhand''s ecologically sensitive Nandhaur area, which is home to Asian elephants, leopards, tigers and sloth bears, is being actively pursued by the Centre. The government''s move came after ...
Endangered Species of the Week: Axolotl Status: Critically Endangered (CR) Interesting Fact: The axolotl has the ability to re-grow whole limbs! While the bizarre axolotl may... Endangered Species of the Week: Adelaide pygmy bluetongue skink ...
The Sacramento Zoo is celebrating its 85th birthday this year. It's one of those milestone birthdays that evoke memories among all generations of people who came as a child and now bring their children and grandchildren.
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If snakes and lizards are your bag, you're in luck -- the LA Zoo is opening a new home for reptiles and their scaly ilk. Called the LAIR (Living Amphibian, Invertebrates, and Reptiles), it will feature six exhibits that will house over 60 species, including snakes, poison dart frogs, giant horned lizards and banded iguanas. [ more › ]
Washington, Jan 25 (IANS) More and more marine mammals, including dolphin and porpoise species, are being killed relentlessly for human consumption worldwide.
The hunted species include the pygmy beaked whale, South Asian river dolphin, narwhal, Chilean dolphin, long-finned pilot whale, and Burmeister’s porpoise, says a report released by the World Conservation Society.
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BEIJING (AFP) - A group of tourists visiting a wildlife park in eastern China had a narrow escape after Bengal tigers attacked their bus, puncturing its tyres and destroying the windscreen, state media said on Tuesday. A worker in charge of the ...