Mongabay series: Almost Famous Species
Our Almost Famous Species series features lesser known species from India. It is created in the hope that familiarity will help generate concern and action for under-appreciated species. Through the series, we introduce to you India's gamut of invertebrates, birds and marine flora and fauna, which perhaps don't get as much attention as our more popular big cats and elephants. Stretching from the Nicobar Islands very close to the equator to the Western Himalaya in the north, India covers about 30 degrees of latitude, with a long coastline on its peninsula. The wide geographic extent, topographic features with multiple long mountain ranges and fertile river basins, and the monsoon winds give rise to a plethora of habitats that have been home to a variety of creatures. Yet, any mention of Indian wildlife always conjures up images of charismatic large mammals. We acknowledge that these are interesting; but we want to draw back the curtain on other species that are equally fascinating.
Golden langur threatened by lack of suitable habitat
Counting India’s wolves, one howl at a time
A call for help from the Western Ghats
[Commentary] Tracing the leopard gecko’s story from pet trade to the lab and beyond
Sea snakes along Konkan coast imperilled by bycatch, lack of enforcement of fishery regulations
Newly declared dugong conservation reserve will help protect marine biodiversity
[Commentary] Tracing the history, portrait and uses of the panneer rose
Butterfly records at the forefront of Arunachal’s biodiversity sightings
New study traces the evolution of South Asia’s bulbuls to other parts of Asia and even Africa
Hangul population increases marginally in latest census
A bridge of trees reunites gibbons separated by a railway line in Assam
The neelakurinji bloom is wilting with time
Misfired shot: Law to protect camel is contributing to its decline in Rajasthan
[Commentary] Bactrian camels in Nubra Valley provide lessons for conservation of animal genetic resource
148 zebra loaches exported per day from Western Ghats to feed global pet trade
What’s dangerous about these cute turtles which are popular pets in India?
Common, yet threatened: The case of northeast India’s Malayan giant squirrels
Newly described scorpion species from Western Ghats highlight need for more research and conservation
Elusive white-bellied heron spotted in the high Himalayas
Special series
Wetland Champions
- [Commentary] India establishes the largest network of Ramsar Sites in South Asia
- [Commentary] Wetland champions: Promise from the grassroots
- The story of Jakkur lake sets an example for inclusive rejuvenation projects
- Welcome to Tsomgo lake: Please don’t litter
Environment And Health
- Marine plastic pollution is not just a waste problem; reducing production is needed too
- Stitching sustainability amidst climate change challenges
- Gujarat bans exotic Conocarpus tree amid health and environment hazard
- Malaria-carrying mosquitoes shift homes from forests to rice fields
India's Iconic Landscapes
- Majuli’s shrinking wetlands and their fight for survival
- Saving India’s wild ‘unicorns’
- Indrella ampulla’s genetic tapestry unveils colour morphs isolated across the Palghat Gap
- [Commentary] Up close and personal with the fragility of the Himalayas
Beyond Protected Areas
- New rules spell giant troubles for jumbos
- Climate litigation has entered the room. But could great Indian bustards be inched out?
- The dietary habits of endangered vultures
- Waterbirds adapt to nest and roost in the urban oases of Udaipur
Conserving Agro-biodiversity
- Pricey guests: Urban invasive species cost the world billions every year
- [Commentary] GROW with agroforestry, a step towards sustainable land management
- Millet tradition loses flavour among Madhya Pradesh’s tribals
- A village nurtures traditional food systems in response to climate change
Just Transitions
- How unplanned coal mine closures in India are affecting dependent communities, especially women
- Green Credit Scheme’s ‘methodology’ doesn’t inspire confidence among experts
- Conflict over critical mineral prospecting in Odisha signals need for better community involvement
- Fuel leak in Manipur raises concerns over water contamination