Category : Africa


New Wildlife Reserve in Karnataka's Hottest Taluk

Karnataka's State Board for Wildlife has approved a new conservation reserve in Chittapur, Kalaburagi district, covering nearly 3,000 acres. The area, known for extreme summer heat, hosts diverse wildlife including leopards and pangolins.

Poacher Caught in Similipal with Cycle Ball Gun

Forest officials in Similipal seized a handmade gun loaded with cycle balls used as ammunition from an alleged poacher during a night patrol. The innovative weapon reflects increasing ingenuity in wildlife crime.

Great Emu War: Birds Outsmart Australian Army in 1932

In 1932, Australia's government declared war on 20,000 emus, deploying troops with machine guns. The birds' tactical evasion led to a humiliating defeat, highlighting wildlife resilience and poor pest control strategies.

Wild Elephant Rescued from Dry Well in Mangaluru

A wild elephant was successfully rescued from a dry well in Mangaluru, Karnataka, after a challenging operation by forest officials and locals. The incident highlights human-wildlife conflict in the region.

Poacher Arrested in Nagarahole Forest Raid, Two Escape

A midnight raid in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve led to the arrest of one poacher, while two others escaped on a motorcycle. The team intercepted the trio armed with a gun, highlighting ongoing anti-poaching efforts in Karnataka.

Egypt Fossil Discovery Challenges Human Origins Theory

A groundbreaking fossil discovery in Egypt suggests human ancestors may have evolved across a broader geographic area than previously thought, challenging the long-held theory that East Africa was the exclusive cradle of humanity.

Nigeria Convicts 386 in Mass Terrorism Trial

A Nigerian court has convicted 386 individuals in a major terrorism trial, with sentences ranging from three years to life imprisonment for offenses including membership in Boko Haram.

IVRI to Investigate Death of 25 Vultures in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve

Dudhwa Tiger Reserve authorities have turned to the Indian Veterinary Research Institute in Bareilly to determine the cause of death for 25 vultures found in a buffer zone field. The critically endangered birds are suspected to have died from poisoning af

Wangari Maathai's Tree Movement That Changed Africa

Wangari Maathai's Green Belt Movement began as a simple solution to rural Kenyan women's daily struggles with firewood, water, and food. It grew into a Nobel Peace Prize-winning environmental and human rights campaign that planted millions of trees across

Small Fish Defy Gravity to Climb Congo Waterfall

Researchers have observed thousands of small fish ascending the vertical rock face of a Congo waterfall during seasonal floods, a remarkable phenomenon occurring at the end of the rainy season.

10 Rare Animals Found Only in Kenya

Explore Kenya's unique biodiversity beyond the Big Five, featuring rare species like the Hirola antelope and Sokoke Scops Owl that are endemic to this African nation.

Congo to Accept US Third-Country Deportees from April

The Democratic Republic of Congo will begin receiving third-country nationals deported from the United States from April under a new agreement with the Trump administration, with facilities prepared near Kinshasa.

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