Ecosystem - Page 4

A large snake resting among a dense tangle of branches near a body of water, likely in a rainforest or swamp-like habitat. Photo Source: The University of Queensland Australia

May 1, 2025

Amazon Expedition With Will Smith Locates New Snake Species, DNA Reveals 10 Million Year Split

Scientists have found what might be the world’s largest snake. The Northern Green Anaconda was discovered deep in the Amazon rainforest during filming of a National Geographic series featuring actor Will Smith.

Nature·News·USA·Wildlife

Ecosystem in Peril: Burmese Pythons Decimate Native Wildlife, Fuel Rat Invasion

The existence of the Burmese Python in the Everglades has a significant ecological effect, especially on rat populations. Burmese pythons have gradually eliminated native mammals like bobcats and foxes, while smaller mammals such as cotton rats have been left barely

June 17, 2023

Axial Seamount: Oregon’s Underwater Volcano Hits 90% Pre-Eruption Level with 1,000+ Daily Quakes

Nature·News·Ocean

Three hundred miles off Oregon’s coast, a submarine volcano is swelling with magma. Scientists monitoring Axial Seamount have recorded more than 1,000 earthquakes per

The Devastating Impact of the Asian Swamp Eel Invasion on the Everglades Food Web

Nature·USA·Wildlife

The Asian swamp eel is causing havoc in the Everglades ecosystem due to its invasive properties. The eels are believed to have arrived in

Climate·Nature

Dragon’s Blood Trees Face 45% Habitat Loss by 2080 as Storms and Goats Ravage Socotra’s Endangered Species

Picture a tree shaped like a giant umbrella that bleeds red sap when cut. These aren’t fantasy – they’re Dragon’s Blood trees. Found only on Socotra, a small island near Yemen, these

Govind Tekale

May 20, 2025

Infestation·Nature

Golden Mussel Invasion Threatens California Water Systems: Same Species Costs South America $50M Yearly

The golden mussel has arrived in California, and water managers are racing to stop its spread before this thumbnail-sized invader wreaks havoc on our pipes, pumps, and wildlife. First detected in October

Karmactive Staff

May 19, 2025

Lakadong Turmeric. Photo Source: arbyreed (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0)

Agriculture·Business·News

Lakadong Turmeric Project: RTI Exposes ₹13.6 Crore Undocumented Spending While Lokayukta Post Remains Vacant

In the quiet hills of Meghalaya, a golden-hued crop has become the center of a financial storm. The Lakadong Turmeric Project, managed by the Meghalaya Basin Development Authority (MBDA), faces serious questions

Sunita Somvanshi

May 19, 2025

Black Bear Cub. Photo Source: San Diego Humane Society.

Conservation·News·USA·Wildlife

Black Bear Cub Rescue in California Among Just 4 Cases in 5 Years at San Diego Wildlife Center

A baby black bear is beating the odds at San Diego’s Ramona Wildlife Center. The two-month-old cub arrived weak and hungry last month. Now he’s active, playful, and growing stronger every day.

Govind Tekale

May 15, 2025

This aerial view of the verdant landscape around Boldt Castle demonstrates the large scale of nature, history, and culture along the Great Lakes Seaway Trail.

Conservation·Nature·News·USA

$1.15B Great Lakes Defense: Multi-State Effort Deploys Advanced Technology Barrier to Block Invasive Carp Invasion

The Great Lakes face an urgent ecological threat swimming toward them: invasive carp. These voracious filter-feeders from Asia are on the verge of breaching North America’s largest freshwater ecosystem, sparking an unprecedented

Rahul Somvanshi

May 11, 2025

Conservation·Nature·News·USA

OSU Acquires 3,110-Acre Forest Near Portland: $27M Deal Creates Research Hub, Opens Public Trails, Protects Salmon Habitat

Oregon State University has purchased 3,110 acres of forest just outside Portland, marking a significant addition to the school’s research forests and creating new outdoor opportunities for the public. The Tualatin Mountain

Govind Tekale

May 11, 2025

Crime·Nature·News·Wildlife

Kenya Busts Ant Smuggling Ring: 5,000 Ants Worth $7,700 Locally Valued at $900,000 in European Markets

In a landmark wildlife trafficking case, Kenyan authorities intercepted two Belgian teenagers with 5,000 live Messor cephalotes ants carefully packed in 2,244 modified test tubes and syringes designed to keep the ants

Govind Tekale

May 9, 2025

Coral Reef. Photo Source: Scientific Editor (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0)

Australia·Conservation·Marine Life·News

Ningaloo Reef Bleaching Crisis: 84% of Global Coral Systems Hit as Marine Heatwave Pushes Temperatures 2°C Above Normal

Ningaloo Reef is experiencing unprecedented coral bleaching, marking the first time both it and the Great Barrier Reef have bleached simultaneously. This alarming development comes as global warming pushes ocean temperatures to

Govind Tekale

May 8, 2025

Activism·Nature

Sir David Attenborough at 99: 50+ Species Named After Conservation Icon Who Shaped Climate Policy

As David Attenborough reaches his 99th birthday, his life reveals an extraordinary journey from fossil-hunting child to global conservation icon. Born in 1926, his childhood fascination with ammonites in Charnwood Forest sparked

Rahul Somvanshi

May 8, 2025

India·News·Politics·Water

India Flushes Silt-Choked Dams and Fast-Tracks 10,000 MW Projects After Indus Waters Treaty Suspension

India has begun reservoir flushing at two major hydroelectric plants and accelerated six stalled projects following its suspensiIndia has begun reservoir flushing at two major hydroelectric plants and accelerated six stalled projects

Govind Tekale

May 6, 2025

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