Environment & Species in News — June 2026

1. White-rumped vulture (Gyps bengalensis) is an endangered species in India. · 30 Jun · GS3 · note
2. Greater Adjutant Stork (Hargila) is an endangered bird species native to the Indian subcontinent. · 30 Jun · GS3 · note
3. Methane (CH4): A potent greenhouse gas primarily emitted from flooded rice paddies due to anaerobic decomposition. · 29 Jun · GS3 · note
4. Nilgiri marten (Martes gwatkinsii) is a rare and endangered species found in the Western Ghats. · 29 Jun · GS3 · note
5. Wildlife trafficking involves the illegal trade of endangered species, a violation of international conservation protocols. · 29 Jun · GS2 · note
6. Tiger reserves are established under the Project Tiger initiative launched in 1973 · 28 Jun · GS3 · note
7. Environmental clearances for hydel projects in forest areas are governed by the Forest (Conservation) Act and EIA notifications. · 28 Jun · GS3 · note
8. Tiger (Panthera tigris) is a flagship species protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. · 28 Jun · GS3 · note
9. Elephants are listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 · 27 Jun · GS3 · note
10. Tiger Reserves are protected areas established under Project Tiger to ensure the survival of the Bengal Tiger. · 26 Jun · GS3 · note
11. Golden Langur: Endangered species endemic to Western Assam and Bhutan · 26 Jun · GS1 · note
12. Golden Langurs are endangered primates found primarily in the eastern Himalayas and Northeast India. · 25 Jun · GS3 · note
13. Mangroves: Coastal ecosystems that act as natural barriers against tsunamis and coastal erosion. · 25 Jun · GS3 · note
14. Thorn forests: Characterized by drought-resistant vegetation, expanding in arid/semi-arid conditions. · 25 Jun · GS3 · note
15. Western Ghats: Critical for carbon sequestration, biodiversity conservation, and regional water security. · 25 Jun · GS3 · note
16. Bajra is a drought-resistant cereal crop suitable for low-irrigation zones · 24 Jun · GS3 · note
17. Carbon Sink: A natural reservoir (like forests or permafrost) that absorbs more carbon than it releases. · 23 Jun · GS3 · note
18. Similipal Tiger Reserve is located in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. · 21 Jun · GS3 · note
19. Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is a major tiger reserve located in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra. · 21 Jun · GS3 · note
20. Bon faith: An ancient and indigenous spiritual tradition practiced in the Himalayan region, distinct from Tibetan Buddhism. · 20 Jun · GS3 · note
21. Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis grayi) is a critically endangered bird species native to India. · 20 Jun · GS3 · note
22. Tiger (Panthera tigris) and Gaur (Bos gaurus) are key flagship species in Indian forest conservation. · 20 Jun · GS3 · note
23. Whale fall: A phenomenon where a whale carcass sinks to the ocean floor, providing a massive nutrient source for deep-sea ecosystems. · 18 Jun · GS3 · note
24. Mishmi Takin (Budorcas taxicolor) is a goat-antelope species native to the Himalayas. · 18 Jun · GS3 · note
25. The Mishmi Takin is currently classified as 'Vulnerable' on the IUCN Red List. · 18 Jun · GS3 · note
26. Slash-and-burn (Jhum) cultivation: A traditional farming method involving clearing land by burning vegetation, often criticized for ecological degradation. · 16 Jun · GS3 · note
27. Surface Ozone: A ground-level pollutant formed by the reaction of NOx and VOCs in the presence of sunlight. · 16 Jun · GS3 · note
28. Dropstones: Rocks transported by icebergs to the seafloor, creating hard substrates for marine organisms. · 15 Jun · GS3 · note
29. Thwaites and Pine Island Glaciers: Major contributors to global sea-level rise. · 15 Jun · GS3 · note
30. Thermal radiation: Heat absorbed by the human body from high-temperature surfaces like asphalt and concrete. · 15 Jun · GS3 · note
31. Wild boars and bonnet macaques are identified as primary species causing conflict in the Kerala region. · 14 Jun · GS3 · note
32. Niangtaser cicada: A newly identified insect species in Meghalaya, India. · 14 Jun · GS3 · note
33. Greater hog badger: A globally vulnerable mammal species found in the wild. · 14 Jun · GS3 · note
34. Sahel Region: A transition zone in Africa prone to severe drought during strong El Niño years. · 13 Jun · GS3 · note
35. Great white sharks are critically endangered in the Mediterranean Sea due to human activities like fishing and habitat loss. · 9 Jun · GS3 · note
36. Pallas’s fish eagle: Identified as an endangered bird species inhabiting Kaziranga National Park. · 6 Jun · GS3 · note
37. Pangolins are mammals trafficked for their scales and meat. · 6 Jun · GS3 · note
38. Caracal: One of India's rarest wild cats recorded in Kuno National Park · 6 Jun · GS3 · note
39. Nilgiri Tahr: An endangered species found exclusively in the Southern Western Ghats. · 6 Jun · GS3 · note
40. Mangroves are noted for their role in protecting coastal communities and absorbing carbon dioxide. · 5 Jun · GS3 · note
41. Millets are drought-resistant and climate-resilient crops suitable for marginal environments. · 4 Jun · GS3 · note
42. Open burning of plastic waste releases harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. · 3 Jun · GS3 · note
43. Similipal Tiger Reserve is located in the state of Odisha. · 3 Jun · GS3 · note
44. Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is located in the state of Maharashtra. · 3 Jun · GS3 · note
45. Tadoba-Indravati: Tiger corridor identified in official records for wildlife protection · 1 Jun · GS3 · note

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