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Nitrogen Pollution and Management

January 22, 2025

Recent reports highlight the increase in reactive nitrogen added to the Earth’s surface, primarily due to human activities. This rise has doubled compared to pre-industrial levels, with projections suggesting a further increase due to climate change. The Food and Agriculture ..

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Avian Flu Impact on Cranes

January 22, 2025

In early 2025, the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan witnessed a concerning rise in the deaths of the migratory Demoiselle cranes, attributed to the H591 strain of avian flu. Environmentalists, however, speculate that other environmental factors may also play a role ..

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Chilika Lake Bird Census 2025

January 21, 2025

Recently, the annual bird census at Chilika Lake revealed a decline in the number of visiting birds compared to previous years. However, there was an increase in the variety of species. The census, conducted on January 18, brought into light ..

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Reviving Bison Population in Jharkhand

January 21, 2025

In recent years, the population of Bison, or Gaur, in Jharkhand has faced decline. The Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) remains the last bastion for this species in the state. With numbers dwindling to 50-70 individuals, the Jharkhand Forest Department has ..

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Shift in Great Barrier Reef Ecosystem

January 21, 2025

Recent studies reveal shifts in the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) ecosystem, primarily driven by climate change and human activities. Researchers highlight alterations in fish communities and coral composition, raising concerns about the long-term implications for marine biodiversity and human livelihoods. ..

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Goby Fish Discovery in Andhra

January 20, 2025

Recently, researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) made a notable discovery at the Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary in Andhra Pradesh. They identified two previously unrecorded species of goby fish, Hemigobius hoevenii and Mugilogobius tigrinus. This finding marks the first ..

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Nord Stream Methane Leak Study

January 20, 2025

In 2022, the Nord Stream pipelines experienced ruptures, leading to a massive release of methane into the atmosphere. This event has since raised alarms about its impact on climate change due to methane’s potency as a greenhouse gas. An international ..

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Carbon Dioxide Levels Surge

January 20, 2025

In early 2025, atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are projected to reach unprecedented heights, raising concerns over climate change. The Mauna Loa Observatory in Hawaii indicates that CO2 concentrations will peak at 429.6 ppm, the highest in over two million years. ..

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