Wildlife

The Gir forest of Gujarat is home to a gutsy brigade of women who are tirelessly and fearlessly working towards preserving the populations of the Asiatic lion.

Nature is a playground for the country's foremost butterfly expert, who believes that butterflies can act as a conduit for conservation.

For many of India’s magnificent creatures, time is running out. Climate change, deforestation, unhindered poaching and other man-made problems have all resulted in fewer of these species. Here's a look at 16 of them.

We have hospitals and clinics to cater to our ill and infirm. But who takes care of the injured and sick wildlife forced to share space with us in our concrete jungles? Meet a band of wonderful people from the Bangalore chapter of People for Wildlife, who rescue and rehabilitate these helpless creatures.

Home to more than 2000 species of plants, three wildlife sanctuaries and a tiger reserve, the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve has been included in UNESCO's list of World Biosphere Reserve Network.

Santosh Martin and his daughter, Sunaina, are on a mission to help increase the population of these endangered birds again, at least in Karnataka’s Ballari district.

Raju the elephant had never experienced life without chains till Wildlife SOS rescued him. When the spiked shackles were cut from his legs, the relief brought tears to his eyes. Read more about his ordeals and how this small but dedicated team rescued him.

Wildlife trade and trafficking have decimated wild species across the globe in recent years. Here is a list of lesser known species that are a part of the illegal wildlife trade in India. You can help save them.

The existence of the snow leopard indicates a healthy eco-system. But they fall under the category of threatened species now. Read how twelve Asian countries that are home to the snow leopard decided to work together to save the wild cat and dedicated a day, October 23, to raise awareness about its plight.

When was the last time you saw a bird closely? Or listened to a beautiful bird song? With this list of amazing bird sanctuaries in the country, it’s time to wake up the bird watcher in you, and go explore.