Wildlife
Debunking tales of the Russell’s viper
Amid this mass panic, many “facts” being circulated about the snake fall in the realm of misinformation.
A fellowship of humanity and the wild
Martell’s narrative journalism is a lesson for those in the field as to how a writer can instil empathy for the others around. The reader can taste affection for both the animals and humans in his storytelling.
The ‘War on Trees’ is winning
Unlike the “War on Terror,” a script written and executed by US President George W Bush, the “War on Trees” has been far more successful.
Padma bridge wildlife sanctuary: 2 years on, still confined to words
Two years have passed since the declaration of the Padma Bridge Wildlife Sanctuary, but the forest department is yet to take any steps to conserve the biodiversity of the Padma.
Elephant trapped in muddy swamp, rescued after 16 hours
An elephant calf which got trapped in a muddy swamp has been rescued by locals in collaboration with forest officials after 16 hours.
Eid holiday of Sundarbans forest employees cancelled
Forest Department has cancelled the Eid holiday of its staff, including the officials and rangers, working in the Sundarbans.
Kiswa, the small dabbling duck completes round migration trip, returns to Bangladesh
Kiswa, the wild duck was named and fitted with a Global Positioning System (GPS)/ Global System for Mobile (GSM) tag on a cold February morning this year in the middle of Tanguar Haor.
Climate change on track to reduce ocean wildlife by 17%
Climate change is set to empty the ocean of nearly a fifth of all living creatures, measured by mass, by the end of the century, researchers have calculated.
Gecko dressed as rare flying gecko!
At first sight, it will deceive any human eyes! A flying gecko with pink and black strip on its entire body. The unique appearance of the reptile astonished a team of law enforcers.
Indian leopard that mauled six at Bangalore school escapes
A male leopard that mauled six people at a school in India before it was captured has escaped its enclosure, officials said.
World's oldest wild bird became mom for 40th time
The world’s oldest known wild bird, Laysan albatross, added a new chick to the family.And according to experts, this is her 40th one.
Wild elephant goes on rampage in Indian town
A wild elephant went on an hours-long rampage in a town in eastern India on Wednesday, damaging about 100 homes, shops and other buildings, a state minister said.
Zoo should be run by experts
The condition of the country’s zoos is pitiable as these are not run with a modern outlook where zoos are not just an exposition of wild life, but also a research centre.
Dhaka Zoo: Forced friendships and quick deaths
The most striking example of how poorly the zoo is now being managed is seeing a sheep giving company to a lonely rhino. You can also see a deer as a companion to a lonely Bhutanese cow. In short the zoo looks like a place where all animals are kept to die quickly.
874 turtles recovered in Benapole
Border guards recover 874 turtles worth over Tk 2 crore from India-bordering Benapole area of Jessore’s Sharsha upazila.
Orphaned Raccoon lives like a family member
A Bahamian women keeps a raccoon as a pet and surprisingly the wild creature -- generally branded as one of the most extremely active, curious and destructive animals – becomes a part of her family.
Marine population halved since 1970: Report
Populations of marine mammals, birds, fish and reptiles have declined by 49% since 1970, a report says.
Bats perform 'vital pest control' on crops
Bats provide a service worth an estimated US $1bn (£649m) globally by controlling pests on corn crops, a study has suggested.
Nature Quest: For the love of vultures
The torrents had just stopped and sunlight filtered through the bright green canopy above, forming columns of light spiraling down to the moist forest floor.