Coral reefs, the "rainforests of the sea," provide habitats for 25% of all marine life. Critical to global biodiversity, they are essential for food supply, culture and recreation and coastal protection from hurricanes for communities around the world and even contain a vast array of bioactive chemical compounds that could be critical to medical advances. But half of the world's coral reefs have been lost in the last 50 years and scientists fear that warming seas from climate change will decimate 70–90% of what remains by the end of this century.

Mangroves, typical of tropical and subtropical latitudes, have become veritable natural traps for land- and sea-based waste. The roots of these trees, known as mangroves, have a great capacity to trap litter—from both land and sea—which gradually breaks down until it is buried in the muddy bottom.

Ranchi: A colourful tableau of Jharkhand is all set to enthral the visitors at the Bharat Parv, which will be held at the Red Fort on the occasion of .

Living walls—structures housing flowers and plants fitted to the outside of new and old buildings—can significantly enhance the biodiversity within urban environments, a new study has shown.

UNEP report shows global finance still backs nature-damaging activities over protection, worsening climate and biodiversity crises

The Bombay Natural History Society held a three-day ornithology course at Nandur-Madhmeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Maharashtra, training 13 participants in bird counting, ringing, and conservation. The programme combined classroom learning with fieldwork, highlighting the sanctuary’s rich avian biodiversity and ecological importance as a Ramsar wetland site.

CHANDIGARH: Conserving biodiversity in the fragile Himalayan region is inseparably linked to climate change, water security, governance and community .

A new CIIMAR study demonstrates that natural peptides produced by cyanobacteria are capable of replacing toxic biocides that dominate the market for anti-fouling paints used in the maritime industry. The use of these peptides as an active component brings direct benefits to the environment, the blue economy and marine biodiversity.

The Trump administration is pushing for deep-sea mining by fast-tracking permits, sparking environmental concerns. A rule by NOAA aims to streamline the process, as U.S. companies seek critical minerals. The move counters China's dominance but raises questions over industry regulation and biodiversity impacts.

American beavers are a nature-based solution to the climate and biodiversity crises in Colorado and across our planet.

Science News: The treaty on protecting the high seas from the United Nations, which has been eagerly anticipated, has finally come into effect, with this developmen.

India plans a second national crop gene bank in Himachal’s Keylong to back up vital seeds, protect biodiversity, and insure food security against climate shocks, disasters and geopolitical risks.

Citizen science is filling crucial gaps in biodiversity data on private lands in Australia. A study analyzing national FrogID records reveals that private land harbors a greater diversity and number of frog species than previously recorded by traditional methods, highlighting the importance of public engagement in conservation efforts.

IIT Indore will develop a 50-hectare Nagar Van on its campus under the Nagar Van Yojana with Rs 1.985 crore CAMPA funding. The project will focus on biodiversity conservation, research and environmental education, featuring nature trails, monitoring facilities and a nursery for rare and endangered plant species.

The national security assessment on global ecosystems 'should send shivers down spines of leaders', campaigners warn.

Ecosystem destruction will increase food shortages, disorder and mass migration, with effects already being felt

A recent survey in Palakkad shows a 22% rise in waterbird populations, highlighting the area's biodiversity and conservation needs.

A new international study reveals what inspires people to study plant biology, a subject essential for building the future workforce needed to address biodiversity loss, climate change, and food security.

India News: new delhi: The Centre has declared the biodiversity-rich area, ranging from zero to one kilometre around Kumbhalgarh wildlife sanctuary, located in on.

Two new rare ant fly species discovered in Delhi and the Western Ghats emphasize the need for urban and biodiversity conservation.