Discover your 2026 Chinese Horoscope for the Snake sign (1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013). Learn about career shifts, financial stability, love life, and health in the Fire Horse Year. Plan your year with expert Vedic insights.
Discover the top 10 countries with the highest number of snake species. Mexico leads with 438 species, while India ranks 4th with 305. Explore the ecological importance of these misunderstood reptiles.
A massive snake fossil from Gujarat's Eocene era, 47 million years ago, reveals secrets of ancient heat, continental drift, and predator-prey dynamics. Discover what this means for science.
Explore Japan's rich snake diversity with over 40 species. Learn about common snakes like the Japanese rat snake and the venomous mamushi for safer coexistence.
Forest officers in Tirupur arrested a 40-year-old man for illegally catching and selling snakes, including a cobra for puja purposes. Read about the crackdown under the Wildlife Protection Act.
Coimbatore faces a surge in snake sightings in residential areas with over 600 rescue calls this year. Learn how the new Naagam app and trained rescuers aim to tackle the crisis safely.
Discover the fascinating world of the Night Snake (Hypsiglena torquata), a small, secretive reptile with unique adaptations. Learn about its role in ecosystems, its range from Mexico to Canada, and why it's harmless to humans.
The Common Krait's painless, nocturnal bite causes delayed paralysis, making it a major public health threat in rural India. Learn about its venom and prevention.
Kerala Agricultural University and State Biodiversity Board launch a 2-day conference focusing on endangered plants and farmer-centric research to combat agro-biodiversity loss. Learn more.
Discover the Rinkhals, South Africa's adaptable snake that spits venom, feigns death, and thrives in suburbs. Learn about its unique survival tactics, habitat, and diet.
Residents of Churah in Himachal Pradesh protest the commercial extraction of Kashmal roots, citing threats to biodiversity, water sources, and traditional rights. Read about the community's demands.
Stop pouring rice water down the drain. Discover how this kitchen leftover, rich in nutrients, can become a powerful, free fertiliser for your resilient snake plants. Learn 3 easy methods.
Assam's cabinet approved Rs 250 crore for Bodoland Council, declared wetlands as Reserved Forests, allotted land for CRPF centre, and cleared land rights for 308 families. Key decisions for state development.
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation unveils a Rs 5 crore skywalk in Sai Upvan and a Rs 15.12 crore Hindon Biodiversity Park under AMRUT 2.0, aiming to create a major green lung for the city. Explore the details.
Karnataka High Court issues interim order protecting 371 trees near Cantonment Station. No trees can be cut without permission. Next hearing on Feb 13, 2026. Read the full story.
Karnataka High Court intervenes to protect Bengaluru's green cover, restraining tree felling at a Cantonment site and issuing notices to key ministries and state bodies. Read the full story.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre reveals a biodiversity tag protecting 371 trees on railway land in Bengaluru was withdrawn due to legal restrictions. Read about the implications for the city's green cover.
Dr Navneet Singh of ZSI Kolkata receives the Prof. T.N. Ananthakrishnan Award for his groundbreaking work on moths, butterflies, and insect biodiversity. Discover his key contributions.
Discover the 7 fascinating brumation behaviours snakes use to survive winter, from communal denning to controlled breathing. Learn how climate change is affecting their survival strategies.
Telangana High Court demands compliance reports on Navy's ELF radar project in Vikarabad, focusing on biodiversity impact and compensatory afforestation. Next hearing in Jan 2026.
Discover the world's most visually stunning snakes, from the iridescent Brazilian Rainbow Boa to the elegant Green Anaconda. A visual tribute to nature's misunderstood masterpieces.
Indian scientists discover two new species of polychaete worms in East Midnapore, highlighting coastal biodiversity and pollution resilience. Read the full report.
Scientists discover Lycodon irwini, a new wolf snake species in India's remote Nicobar Archipelago. Named after Steve Irwin, it highlights unique island biodiversity and conservation needs.
Discover five breathtakingly beautiful snake species that showcase nature's artistry. From vibrant stripes to aerial gliders, these snakes will change how you see reptiles.
Scientists confirm the rediscovery of the elusive bamboo shrimp in Karnataka, ending a 70-year absence. The last unverified sighting was in 1951. Read more about this ecological breakthrough.
Experts warn that isolated forest conservation efforts in Karnataka are failing. Success requires active involvement of local communities. Read the full analysis.
A 51-year-old woman, Meena, died in a tragic accident at a Varkala printing press. In a separate incident, an 8-year-old boy succumbed to a snake bite. Read the full report.
UP govt abandons Ramsar tag for Dhanauri wetland near Noida airport, opts for a 112-hectare biodiversity park. Core wetland to be preserved, but construction ban avoided. Read the full story.
A new study finds anacondas have maintained a 17-foot length for 12 million years, defying evolution. Discover the mystery of their 'super-resilience'. Read more!
Schools in Amritsar observed Wildlife Conservation Day with rallies, pledges, and awareness programs. Students learned about protecting endangered species and biodiversity. Join the movement for conservation!