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Where do birds sleep?
Think birds sleep in their nests? Not always! Most birds build nests only during the breeding season. The rest of the year, birds sleep in trees, bushes, on the ground, or even while flying! From pigeons on ledges to swifts soaring mid-air, each species has a unique way to rest safely. Some even sleep with one eye open. Discover the fascinating ways birds sleep and how they stay safe through the night.
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Mysterious circles of blackbuck in Rajasthan
What are those strange dots on Google Maps in Rajasthan’s Tal Chhapar Sanctuary? They’re not rocks or trees—they’re blackbuck poop! In a fascinating mating ritual, male blackbucks mark their territories by defecating in the same spot repeatedly. These poop heaps grow so large, they’re visible from space. Learn how this behavior helps them attract mates and why India’s grasslands are full of such surprising secrets.
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Discover the fascinating World of Spider Eyes
Did you know most spiders have 8 eyes? Learn more surprising facts about spider eyes and how these creatures sense the world around them!
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Why Do Birds Stand On One Leg?
Have you ever noticed and wondered why birds stand on one leg? This unique behaviour is observed in many birds and serves two main...
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Ever seen fighting lizards?
Watch two male lizards battle for territory! A fight for dominance, survival, and access to mates—nature’s intense showdown!
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The Truth Behind Finding Nemo: Clownfish Transformation You Never Knew!
All clownfish are born male! In a group, the most dominant transforms into a female. Dive into the world of clownfish
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Why Do White Birds Follow Cows and Buffaloes?
Egrets and cows share a unique give-and-take: egrets eat insects stirred up by cows, and cows gain relief from pesky flies.
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India’s Most Commonly Seen Bird: Is It Really the Pigeon?
Discover India's most commonly seen bird, which is not the Rock Pigeon! Join the Great Backyard Bird Count and explore bird diversity!
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Lakshadweep Corals are Dying: Understanding Corals and the Bleaching Crisis
Learn what are corals and how is coral bleaching a threat to Lakshadweep islands
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Can You Copy Bird Calls?
Have you ever mimicked your teachers or prominent celebrities with your friends? We are sure you have. But have you ever tried to mimic...
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Pigeon 101
Are you like Rahul and Babuji from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, "aao, aao, aao-ing" pigeons and feeding them? (Do you get the reference,...
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When Do You Eat Your Mangoes?
What comes to mind when you hear the word "summer"? It's very likely that you think of mangoes after other words like heat, ice cream,...
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Fun, Nature-Based Activities for Kids!
Are you always on the lookout for activities to keep your kids engaged and entertained? We have curated a few activities that you can do...
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Avian Malaria
Did you know that not only humans but birds can also get malaria? We didn’t either until our conversation with Ashwin Warudkar from Bird...
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Reflections on Indian Wildlife Ecologists Conference 2024
The three days we spent at the Indian Wildlife Ecologists Conference (IWEC 2024) were truly heartwarming and filled us with immense...
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Weaver Ants and their Sticky Babies!
Weaver ants are found everywhere around us; you’ve likely seen their nests while walking in a garden or a park. A prominent feature of a...
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Are elephants losing their tusks?
The long elephant teeth we see are called ‘tusks’. In 2021, American scientists found out that because of hunting, African elephants are...
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City Trees with Pink Flowers
As January approaches, many of our cities, especially Bangalore, start blooming with trees with pink flowers. These flowers are called...
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Stray Dog and Wolf Mystery Uncovered!
We all know that dogs and wolves are related. In fact, it is shown that around 15,000 years back, humans started domesticating wolves and...
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Clapping butterflies!
Have you ever noticed that butterflies have much bigger wings than other bugs? Their wings are so big, it makes you wonder how they can...
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