Ecology News

Odisha signs MoU for early warning system

The Odisha government entered into a collaboration with the Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (RIMES).

posted by Jawwad Kazi 30th Jun 2018

Rising temperature to cut living standards of 600 million Indians

Six hundred million Indians could see a dip in living standards by 2050 if temperatures continue to rise at their current pace, according to an analysis by the World Bank.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 29th Jun 2018

Gabon’s orange crocodiles: a species intriguing scientists

The West African state of Gabon is famous for its biodiversity but in a galaxy of spectacular finds, one stands out: orange crocodiles.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 29th Jun 2018

Elephantine threat: Assam considering sedation, relocation of aggressive animals

Two herds of aggressive elephants and a lone rogue may be sedated for a sobering effect and relocated.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 27th Jun 2018

Toxic air is causing malnutrition in trees

• Besides affecting human health air pollution is also causing malnutrition in trees by harming a fungi that is important for providing mineral nutrients to tree roots, finds a new study.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 26th Jun 2018