Botanists discovered Anaphalis sahyadrica, a new sunflower family plant species, in Kerala's high-altitude Western Ghats. Found above 2,200 meters in shola grasslands, this one-meter-tall subshrub bears 90-120 white flower heads, highlighting the region's rich, threatened endemic biodiversity.
Click to View MoreScientists recently discovered Humboldtia nairiana, a brand-new evergreen tree species located in Kerala's Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary. Endemic to the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve, this Data Deficient species highlights the rich biodiversity of the Western Ghats
Click to View MoreThe Malabar Tree Toad is a rare, arboreal amphibian endemic to the Western Ghats. Recently proposed as Karnataka's state frog, it faces threats from habitat loss and climate change, prompting citizen-science conservation efforts to protect this fragile species.
Click to View MoreThe 5000-year-old Kukke Subrahmanya Temple in Karnataka, located on the Kumaradhara River, is a foremost center for serpent worship. Featuring classic Dravidian architecture and created by Saint Parashurama, this popular pilgrimage site achieved a record revenue of ₹167.89 crore today
Click to View MoreThe Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biodiversity hotspot in India, has been flagged by the IUCN as a site of “significant concern” due to threats from climate change, tourism, hydropower projects, and invasive species. Home to over 325 globally threatened species, the Ghats face habitat loss, wildlife conflicts, and ecosystem disruptions. Urgent conservation measures, community involvement, and sustainable development are needed to protect this vital natural heritage.
Click to View MoreThe IUCN’s World Heritage Outlook lists the Western Ghats, Manas National Park, and Sundarbans under “significant concern,” citing climate change, habitat loss, and development pressures. The report warns of declining conservation prospects across Asia, urging urgent action to protect these vital biodiversity hotspots.
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