Hygrocybe pellucida, a rare waxcup fungus, has been found for the first time in Telangana's Kawal Tiger Reserve, extending its known range from Kerala. This discovery signifies the existence of undisturbed habitats and emphasizes the importance of preserving India's fungal biodiversity.
Click to View MoreVultures are crucial for public health, serving as a sanitation system and preventing disease spread. Their near-extinction in India, due to diclofenac, underscores the link between biodiversity loss and human pandemic risk. Government efforts, such as the National Action Plan for Vulture Conservation, aim to restore this species and protect the environment.
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