New snake species discovered in Western Ghats
The new snake species has been named as ‘Melanophidium Khairei’ after Neelimkumar Khaire, the legendary founder of Katraj Snake Park and Indian Herpetological Society, Pune.
Mar 05, 2016, 04:30 AM IST
Tracking smell? Don't just follow your nose
Research shows that while searching in a familiar area with limited choices, a run-and-scan strategy is more efficient than a tracking strategy.
Nov 24, 2015, 16:34 PM IST
Female butterflies mimic warning signs better than males: Study
What surprised the researchers was that the underside of the wings were closer mimics that the upper side.
Nov 03, 2015, 15:00 PM IST
New gecko species discovered in Chhattisgarh
Scientists have discovered a new species of gecko (rock-dwelling lizard) in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district, a discovery that will aid in documenting India's biodiversity and boost conservation, a researcher said on Thursday.
Oct 01, 2015, 18:25 PM IST
