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Wang’s Garden Lizard Discovered in China
Researchers have identified a new species of iguana living in southern China and Vietnam that was previously confused with a close iguana relative found in the region. Meet Calotes Wangi The lizard has been named Calotes wangi or Wang’s garden ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
The Spread of the ‘Zombie Deer Disease’
A concerning brain illness nicknamed “zombie deer disease” is spreading rapidly among wildlife in parts of the United States, prompting warnings from researchers about potential transmission to humans. What is Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)? Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
The Global Land Squeeze
As countries pledge ambitious climate and conservation goals that depend on land use, they are realizing there may not be enough usable land to meet all targets. Current Commitments Exceed Available Land Countries have committed to setting aside 120 million ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Llama Poop Boosts Soil Fertility
Llamas, with their unique contribution through grazing, shedding, and pooping, have emerged as potential saviors for soil fertility, particularly in areas impacted by deglaciation. A recent scientific study conducted over three years in the Cordillera Blanca region of the Andes ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Century’s Largest Flood Hits Far North Queensland
A massive flood, triggered by the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Jasper, has struck Australia’s Far North Queensland (FNQ), marking the largest flood in over a century. Jasper, making landfall on December 13, 2023, left a trail of devastation with unprecedented ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme
Amidst growing global concerns about deforestation and the illicit trade in timber, the Indian government has introduced its own national forest certification scheme. This initiative, known as the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS), aims to validate entities committed ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs • India Nation & States Current Affairs
Unprecedented Heat Wave in Madagascar
Madagascar, renowned for its biodiversity, is facing an alarming situation as it experiences a heat wave two months earlier than usual. The African island country encountered its hottest October on record this year, with temperatures surpassing 2.5°C above the average ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Chum Salmon’s Unprecedented Migration
Chum salmon, known for their anadromous nature, have surprised scientists by finding a new spawning location in the Arctic waters. Typically, these fish hatch in freshwater before migrating to the ocean for feeding, but recent discoveries suggest a shift in ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs