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conservation

Tiger, leopard and cheetah together in Ranthambore: Why a conservationist calls it ‘not just a rare wildlife moment’

April 24, 2026 19:00 IST

The rare Ranthambore sighting of three apex predators in one landscape may be less about wildlife wonder and more about habitat pressure, shrinking corridors and survival in crowded forests.

eyes

How animals use fake eyes to intimidate their enemies

April 23, 2026 17:54 IST

Some animals don’t rely on strength or speed to survive. Instead, they use fake eye patterns called eyespots to confuse predators.

birds

Unseen, unheard for over a decade: Five ‘missing’ bird species found in 2025

April 22, 2026 16:00 IST

Once thought lost, these elusive birds have reappeared after years of silence.

spider

Why this spider feeds its babies ‘milk’

April 21, 2026 14:00 IST

This spider's milk has roughly four times higher protein concentration than cow's milk, along with fats and sugars.

caterpillar

Meet the caterpillar that wears a suit of dead insects

April 20, 2026 17:23 IST

This unusual behaviour serves two key purposes.

brain

The animal that eats its own brain: Strange life of the sea squirt

April 19, 2026 15:00 IST

Even after all this, the sea squirt isn’t completely without a nervous system.

bombardier beetle

Nature’s living cannon: The explosive secret of the bombardier beetle

April 18, 2026 21:00 IST

When threatened, these insects unleash a rapid, sizzling blast from their abdomen, a boiling-hot spray intense enough to deter or even mortally wound predators

Nilgiri Tahr

10 remarkable animals found only in the western ghats

April 17, 2026 16:55 IST

From elusive big cats to tree-dwelling gliders, the Western Ghats are home to some of India’s rarest and most fascinating wildlife.

snake

Why snakes eat their own kind

April 16, 2026 23:00 IST

The research reports around 503 cases of reported cannibalism across 207 snake species.

beetle

Meet the insect that navigates via the Milky Way

April 15, 2026 23:00 IST

It may sound like a quirky nature fact, but it reveals something profound: intelligence in nature doesn’t always look like brains or complexity.

snailfish

Meet the ‘bearded’ pink snailfish discovered 10,000 feet below the surface

April 14, 2026 21:00 IST

Researchers from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute have spotted this never-before-seen species in Monterey Canyon.

squirrel

Red vs Grey vs Rainbow Squirrels: Why one species is more dangerous than you think

April 13, 2026 20:00 IST

Discover what sets the red, grey and rainbow squirrels apart.

Lizard

5 plants that can help keep lizards away

April 12, 2026 19:00 IST

These common plants can help deter them naturally while adding greenery to your space.

Leopard Safari

Top 5 places in India for the best chance of spotting a leopard

April 11, 2026 15:00 IST

From Rajasthan’s rocky hills to Madhya Pradesh’s forest reserves, these destinations offer some of the best chances to spot leopards in the wild.

hairy frog

The frog that breaks its own bones to grow claws

April 10, 2026 23:00 IST

The hairy frog can break its own bones to form claws when threatened.

cute

Adorable animals with a dark secret

April 10, 2026 09:27 IST

Don't fall for their cuteness!

squid

Beyond camouflage: Scientists are puzzled by deep sea squid’s ‘statue’ behaviour

April 8, 2026 23:00 IST

The bizarre new discovery has been published in the in journal Ecology.

Discover the wild boar (Sus scrofa), an astonishingly adaptable omnivore known for scavenging bones and devouring nearly anything in its path.

Bones and all: The gruesome reality of the wild boar’s diet

April 7, 2026 16:00 IST

While it’s not common behaviour like it is in hyenas or vultures, there have been several documented cases of this animal chewing on and ingesting bones.

statue

More than a rodent: Cambodia unveils statue for Magawa the landmine hunter

April 6, 2026 19:00 IST

The heroic rat sniffed over 100 landmines and other explosives during its five-year career!

When it comes to survival, some animals are equipped with abilities that push the boundaries of what seems biologically possible. 

Six animal superpowers humans can only dream of

April 5, 2026 20:00 IST

These evolutionary marvels offer a fascinating glimpse into nature’s ingenuity, reminding us just how much untapped potential exists beyond the limits of human biology.

assassin bug

Why this insect wants you to think it is lifeless

April 4, 2026 16:00 IST

This bug not only plays dead but injects a poisonous venom which can liquefy its prey within seconds.

Minnie

At over 3 feet tall, Minnie is officially the world’s tallest female dog

April 3, 2026 17:53 IST

Standing tall at over 3 feet, Minnie the Great Dane is redefining what it means to be a gentle giant.

spider

Why these spiders want to look like bird droppings

April 2, 2026 23:00 IST

The next time you see bird poop in nature, do not rule out the possibility of it being a clever spider!

tiger

No, one bite doesn’t make a man-eater: Debunking the biggest tiger myth

April 1, 2026 22:00 IST

A veterinarian explains why tigers attack humans out of survival necessity, not preference.

animals

Five animal species known for kidnapping and abduction

March 31, 2026 19:00 IST

Some may do it to assert power, some for survival, while others may do it out of their "maternal instinct"

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