Centre identifies 62 new elephant corridors; total now 150 | Down To Earth
The central government's latest elephant corridor report reveals a 40% increase in elephant corridors, with a total of 150 corridors identified across 15 elephant range states in India. The increase in corridors reflects expanding ranges, but habitat modifications have led to decreased use in some corridors, calling for restoration efforts.
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Studies on India's marine biodiversity by CMFRI presented at UN global meet | On Manorama
India presented findings from the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) at a UN meeting in Seoul, emphasizing its commitment to marine ecosystem conservation. The CMFRI's efforts, such as mapping ecologically sensitive areas and using deep learning for coral image recognition, were highlighted. The country also suggested mariculture as a promising sustainable farming practice in its coastal waters.
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AI-based camera system detects tigers on prowl, sends alerts in 30 seconds | Times of India
A novel AI-based camera alert system, developed by TrailGuard AI, can detect tigers and other wildlife and send images within 30 seconds. This system aims to mitigate conflicts, providing real-time alerts when wildlife is detected near human settlements. The technology has already been deployed in five tiger reserves in Kanha-Pench and the Terai-Arc.
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Urban Wildlife Exhibits ‘Urban Trait Syndrome’ in City Environments | India Education
A global study identified an "urban trait syndrome" that characterizes species in cities.It highlights that urban species tend to be smaller, eat a wider variety of foods, and produce smaller clutches than their rural counterparts. This change in species mix can lead to a decrease in biodiversity in urban areas, emphasizing the importance of preserving habitat and supporting various species in urban environments.
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