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Every year, millions of birds paint the skies with their unique colours on amazing journeys that range across continents. Some travel from the frozen tundra region of Siberia to the warm wetlands and other parts of India. While some of these birds spend summers in other colder parts of the world, extreme frozen winters become…
Sparrows are among the most familiar and loved birds in the world. They are small, a powerhouse of energy, and social creatures that are often seen hopping around gardens, houses, parks, and fields. They actually include several different species with unique appearances, behaviours, and habitats. These species are highly adaptable and can survive in various…
The forest is never silent – not even in the calmest hours, and certainly not when birds are around. But they are not chattering to kill boredom. Every chirp, call and song carries a meaning that has rarely been understood by humans. Cornell researchers have succeeded in understanding some of this bird behaviour.Though studying birds…
Flamingos have painted Mumbai’s wetlands in shades of flushed pink. While the industrial capital has a dense skyline, something more interesting about the city recently, is a sea of fluttering pink feathers against mangrove greens and shimmering mudflats.Like every year, this time also hundreds of greater and lesser flamingos have arrived in the city’s wetlands…
India is home to a diverse range of birds found across the country. While some soar high in the sky, others dot the waterbodies. Wetlands and woodlands fill with excitement each year as birds fly in from distant lands during the summer. These feathered travelers chase better weather, plenty of food, and safe spots to…
Have you ever come across weird images on the internet that trick the eyes? At one moment you’ll one thing, but your friend could see something else in the same image? Well, for the unversed, these images are called optical illusion personality tests and most of the times they are based on psychological principles. And…
Chemical pesticides are not good for butterflies and birds. Instead, you can use organic pesticides such as Neem oil. A chemical-free environment is the best way to make your balcony safe and healthy for the butterflies and birds. This will make your balcony a safe haven for these beautiful and harmless creatures. Creating a balcony…
The world of animals and humans are well aware of intelligence. Elephants are celebrated not just for their humongous size, but for their memory and complex social structures. They can remember locations of water for years, and can also recognize individuals. Elephants on many occasions have also shown empathy, sadness and cooperation. Where to see:…
Photo: nurseunscripted2 / Instagram If you are active on social media, you would have often come across weird images that not only trick the eyes but also claim to reveal your true personality. Such images are aptly called optical illusion personality tests, and they are based on psychological principles. And so, depending on what you…
Most people are aware that sparrows have seen a sharp decline in population across India. The reasons are many — rapid urbanisation, loss of nesting spaces, pollution, and changing food habits. But have we ever thought of doing anything about it? Panna Lal Mahto who lives in a small village in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district is…
