Wildlife

Most people fear snakes. Romulus Whitaker chose to study them. From Chennai, his work grew into a public shift in how snakes are seen across India.

A peacock searching for water slipped into a Jaipur canal and could not escape. The rescue video shows what timely human action can mean for wildlife navigating urban spaces.

On the edge of Uttar Pradesh’s Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, villagers once lived in fear of tigers and leopards. But a predator‑proof house cluster is changing life, offering a hopeful balance between people and the wild around them.

In the twisting rivers and hidden pools of Odisha’s Similipal National Park, mugger crocodiles are reclaiming their home. After years of decline, breeding programmes and habitat protection are slowly helping these ancient reptiles glide back into the wild.

From watching ants as a child to becoming India’s ‘Snakeman’, Romulus Whitaker’s life has been shaped by a deep curiosity for the wild. In this conversation, the Padma Shri awardee reflects on building iconic conservation institutions, protecting snakes, and saving lives through antivenom work with indigenous communities.

Discover the top national parks in India to experience wildlife safaris this winter — from Bengal tiger sightings in Jim Corbett to one-horned rhinos in Kaziranga and migratory birds in Keoladeo.

Birds bear the brunt of fractured wings, lacerations, and neck injuries due to the banned manjha that continues to be used in kites. An NGO, PfA Wildlife Hospital in Bengaluru, is helping the birds recover.

Trained to handle snakes, read animal tracks, and manage wildlife emergencies, local residents now lead the response when animals stray into villages. Their work is reducing conflict while keeping both communities and wildlife safe.

In Mathura, India’s first elephant hospital cares for rescued elephants suffering from years of captivity and neglect. From hydrotherapy pools to specialised veterinary treatment, the facility restores health, mobility, and dignity to these gentle giants.

From snow leopards and Royal Bengal tigers to migratory birds and flamingos, explore spectacular wildlife phenomena India witnesses during winter.