(December 20, 2024) Ganges river dolphin tagged for the first time in India | The Hindu A male Ganges river dolphin from Assam's Kulsi River has been tagged for the first time under India's Project Dolphin to study its migratory patterns, range, and habitat use. The initiative, led by the Wildlife Institute of India in collaboration with Aaranyak and the Assam Forest Department, uses lightweight Argos satellite-compatible tags designed to minimise interference with dolphin movement. The initiative aims ...

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(December 16, 2024) The following content is compiled from publicly available sources and does not represent the views of WCS-India. Reported species in seizure incidents may differ from actual occurrences due to challenges in verifying species identification, geographical differences, and varying levels of detail in local reporting. Please interpret this information within the newsletter with caution, as it may not always reflect precise or validated identification.   We collected and collated 52 illegal w...

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(December 13, 2024) Lion-tailed macaques navigate twin hurdles | Mongabay Lion-tailed macaques in Valparai, Tamil Nadu, face challenges from habitat fragmentation and increasing human settlements, adapting through behavioural changes like foraging in human areas and relying on anthropogenic foods. A study highlights rare alloparenting and rising twinning prevalence but notes increased risks of accidents, health issues, and human hostility. Experts recommend restoring habitat connectivity and improving forest pat...

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(December 06, 2024) African openbill stork makes a rare visit to Kerala’s kole fields | The Hindu The African openbill stork has been officially added to India’s bird species, increasing Kerala's avian diversity to 558 species. Spotted by birdwatcher Subin K.S. in the Kanjani Kole fields, this marks the first recorded sighting of the African openbill in Kerala. Native to Africa, the species was previously recorded in Oman and Saudi Arabia within the Asian subcontinent, but its presence in India w...

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