Environment & Ecology
Species Conservation
Welcome to the Species Conservation study hub, a critical domain within your UPSC Environment & Ecology preparation. Species Conservation refers to the practice of protecting wild animal and plant species and their habitats. It encompasses
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Articles on Species Conservation
50 Years of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)
In News The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) marks 50 years since it entered into force. Significance CITES was the first global agreement to address wildlife trade at an international level, providing a framework for cooperation to prevent over-exploitation and extinction due to trade.
International Day for Biodiversity 2025
Context The International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated every year on 22 May. Background The IDB commemorates the adoption of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) on 22 May 1992 during the Rio Earth Summit. The day creates awareness among the citizens and stakeholders on the importance and need for the conservation of biological diversity.
Saving Traditional Varieties of Seeds
In Context The traditional seeds are rapidly disappearing after the adoption of the green revolution and modern agricultural policies. What are Traditional Seeds? Traditional seeds, also known as indigenous or heirloom seeds, are naturally evolved and locally adapted over generations.
Mangrove Forest Cover Increase
Tamil Nadu’s mangrove forest cover has nearly doubled from 4,500 ha in 2021 to 9,039 ha in 2024, due to new plantations and preservation of existing mangroves.
Seagrass Conservation Key to Global Biodiversity
A recent review published in Nature Reviews Earth Environment highlights declining status of seagrass worldwide due to human activities at a rate of 1-2% per year.
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
Introduction The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is an international legally binding treaty aimed at promoting sustainable development while ensuring the conservation of biological...
Global Efforts to Save Endangered Vaquita Porpoise
The Vaquita Porpoise, the world's most endangered marine mammal, faces extinction with fewer than 10 individuals remaining. Its decline is primarily due to illegal gillnet fishing for totoaba fish in the Gulf of California.
4th October 2024
Odisha's leopard population increased by 22% to 696 in 2024, though still below 2018 levels. This report is crucial for UPSC Environment and Conservation topics.