Spiders Use Fireflies as Living Bait in Webs
A new study uncovers how nocturnal spiders in East Asia capture fireflies and use their glow as bait to lure more insects. This clever hunting strategy boosts their catch rate significantly.
Category : Search result: Journal of Animal Ecology
Patna enforces stricter animal cruelty laws after 89 rescues
Patna district administration mandates strict enforcement of animal cruelty laws after rescuing 89 animals last year. New measures include local monitoring, NGO integration, and public awareness campaigns.
7-year-old girl killed in leopard attack in Bahraich
A 7-year-old girl was killed by a leopard in Bahraich's Ayodhyapurwa village. The incident highlights the growing human-animal conflict in the region. Read the full report.
HC Orders Urgent Rescue of Ailing Elephant Manik to Gujarat
Bombay High Court directs immediate steps to save critically ill elephant Manik, permitting transport to Vantara Rescue Centre in Gujarat for treatment. Read the full story.
7 Bizarre Animal Eyes That Defy Normal Vision
Discover 7 incredible animals with eyes that challenge everything we know about vision. From fish with see-through heads to lizards with a third eye, nature's designs are astonishing. Explore the science of survival!
Why city soil is crucial for urban ecology
Discover the vital ecological functions of soil hidden beneath India's urban landscapes—from parks to streets. Learn why protecting this resource is key to sustainable city living.
Lucknow Zoo's Winter Care Plan for Animals Unveiled
Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden in Lucknow implements special winter arrangements including heaters, blankets, and dietary changes to ensure animal comfort and safety during the cold season.
91% Indians Feel Safer with Street Dogs: Survey
A new survey reveals most Indians find street dogs friendly and a crime deterrent. Learn how sterilization and compassion, not culling, are key to coexistence.
Patna Zoo's Winter Care: Heaters, UV Lights & Enriched Diet
Patna's Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park implements robust winter measures including 50 oil heaters, UV lights, and a redesigned diet to safeguard animals from the biting cold. Discover the zoo's comprehensive strategy.
Bihar's Animal Husbandry Growth Outpaces National Average
Bihar reports record growth in milk, egg, and meat production for 2024-25, exceeding national rates. Yet, per capita availability for residents remains critically low compared to India's average. Details inside.
Tipsy Raccoon Ransacks Liquor Store, Found Passed Out
A raccoon's wild night at an Ashland liquor store ends with a nap by the toilet after a whisky raid. The animal was safely captured, sobered up, and released. Read the hilarious details!
Toilet Lid Up or Down? Science Debunks Common Hygiene Myth
Should you close the toilet lid before flushing? A new study finds it doesn't stop germs. Discover the best hygiene habits for Indian households.
Rare Albino Alligator Claude Dies at 30 in San Francisco
Claude, the beloved rare albino alligator at California Academy of Sciences, has died at age 30. Tributes pour in for this unique ambassador of nature. Read more about his legacy.
Animals with misleading names: Red panda, guinea pigs
Discover 7 animals with names that are completely misleading. From the red panda to the killer whale, find out the surprising facts behind their confusing titles. Read more!
5 Animals That Change Eye Color for Survival
Discover 5 unique animals like reindeer and octopuses that biologically change eye color for camouflage, hunting, and survival in extreme environments. Explore nature's wonders!
Mumbai's Tree Policy Risks Ecological Damage
Maharashtra government's new compensatory plantation policy allows tree transplantation anywhere in MMR, raising serious environmental and public health concerns for Mumbai residents.
Thousands Protest Supreme Court Stray Dog Ruling
Over 4,000 citizens petition Supreme Court against animal death sentence order for stray dogs. Legal battle intensifies as November 7 verdict faces nationwide opposition.
Haryana Implements SC Order on Stray Animals, Highway Safety
Haryana Chief Secretary directs immediate action on Supreme Court's stray animal management orders. New shelters, 24x7 helplines, and highway patrols to be established statewide. Read more.
Trump Jr vs WSJ: Clash Over Afghan Refugees After Guard Attack
Donald Trump Jr criticizes Wall Street Journal's pro-refugee editorial after Afghan national shoots National Guardsmen. Read the explosive immigration debate.
6 Animals That Lie and Trick to Survive
Discover how mimic octopus, lyrebird, and other animals use deception, camouflage, and intelligence to survive in nature. Learn about evolution's cleverest strategies.
Telangana Creates Animal Disaster Rescue Framework
Telangana announces comprehensive animal-inclusive disaster response plan to protect 35 million farm animals. Expert-led evacuation strategies and livestock mapping underway.
IIT-Bombay Fights to Protect Campus Stray Dogs
Over 300 IIT-Bombay residents demand coexistence with sterilized campus dogs, challenging Supreme Court's shelter directive. Learn about the growing movement.
Sachchidanand Sinha, Last Lohia Socialist Link, Dies
Sachchidanand Sinha's death marks the end of an era in Indian socialism. The multilingual intellectual shaped debates on democracy and social justice. Read his remarkable journey.
New Science Redefines Animal & AI Consciousness
Explore how new scientific models are redefining consciousness in animals and AI. Discover the ethical implications and future of awareness research. Read more!
Sikkim mountains crack under development pressure
Sikkim faces 440 earthquakes in a decade as development pressures threaten fragile Himalayan ecology. Experts warn of growing environmental risks in the region.
7 Astonishing Animal Behaviors Revealed
Discover incredible animal behaviors you never knew existed. From dolphin sleep patterns to octopus intelligence, prepare to be amazed by nature's wonders!
Pune protests SC order on community dog removal
Hundreds in Pune protest Supreme Court's order to remove community dogs, calling it cruel and demanding mass sterilisation and anti-cruelty enforcement instead.
Pune Kids Learn Bird Language & Tech Secrets
Pune children discover the secret world of bird communication. Learn how embryos talk and tech like shotgun mics decodes songs. Join the fun at Empress Garden!
Jaipur protests Supreme Court community dogs removal order
Jaipur citizens unite against Supreme Court's dog removal directive. Animal welfare groups demand compliance with AWBI guidelines and sterilization programs instead of relocation.
SC Stray Dog Order Tests India's Ahimsa Values
Supreme Court's back-and-forth on street dogs reveals dangerous administrative mindset that could threaten marginalized communities. Expert warns cruelty begins with seeing life as dispensable.
Page 1 of 4