(March 28, 2025) Indo-Bhutan conservation action plan soon to save golden langurs | Deccan Herald India and Bhutan are jointly developing a conservation action plan to protect the endangered golden langur, addressing threats like habitat fragmentation and human-wildlife conflict. A consultation in Assam, organised by Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), and partners brought together experts, policymakers, and conservationists to outline strategies for safeguarding the species across its transboundary range. Su...

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(March 24, 2025) On the brink of silence: Sparrows' quiet flutter in face of oblivion | Down to Earth Sparrow populations have declined in recent years, especially in urban areas, due to habitat loss, reduced food availability, and changing farming practices. Conservation efforts now focus on creating bird-friendly environments to support their recovery. Sparrows play a key role in pest control and maintaining ecological balance. Glaciers in Eastern Himalayas see marked retreat | Mongabay Glaciers...

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(March 21, 2025) 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 45 illegal wi...

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(March 10, 2025) The WCS-India marine programme hosted a multi-stakeholder workshop themed “Balancing livelihoods and marine conservation through Fisheries cooperatives” in Mumbai on the 5th March. The workshop included key stakeholder representatives from fisheries cooperatives from coastal Ratnagiri district, along with the representatives from the Mangrove Foundation, the Maharashtra Forest Department and Fisheries department.   Image: Participants of the workshop gather for a gro...

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(March 07, 2025) Seagrass conservation key to global biodiversity and climate targets, studies show | Down to Earth Seagrass meadows are vital for biodiversity, carbon storage, and coastal protection but are declining globally due to human activities, a recent review shows. Safeguarding 30% of seagrass by 2030 could support marine life, mitigate climate change, and sustain coastal communities. Since 2011, conservation efforts in India have restored 14 acres of seagrass habitat, with a remarkable 85-90% succes...

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(March 02, 2025) We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Ajith Kumar, a distinguished wildlife biologist, mentor, and researcher whose work has profoundly shaped conservation science in India. With decades dedicated to studying small carnivores, primates, and forest ecology, his research provided invaluable insights into India’s rich biodiversity. Beyond his scientific contributions, he was a passionate educator, nurturing generations of conservationists through his role at institutions like the Wildl...

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