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International Cheetah Day is observed annually on December 4. Photos Courtesy: File pic

IN PHOTOS | International Cheetah Day: 5 fascinating facts about the Indian cheetah

On the occasion of International Cheetah Day, observed on December 4, here are five fascinating facts about the Indian Cheetah

04 December,2025 01:49 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

Jaguars are are native to the Americas. Photos Courtesy: File pic

IN PHOTO | International Jaguar Day: Here are 5 fascinating facts you need to know about the animal

Ahead of International Jaguar Day, celebrated annually on November 29, discover what makes the jaguar an essential species — and why protecting it is more crucial now than ever

25 November,2025 09:25 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

All three have flown over Maharashtra and are now making their non-stop Arabian Sea crossing en route to southern Africa. Pics/Manipur forest department and Wildlife Institute of India (Story/Ranjeet Jadhav)

IN PHOTOS: Satellite-tagged falcons take Maharashtra route from Manipur to reach Africa

In a new milestone for the migration of Amur falcons, three birds, satellite-tagged in Manipur last week have taken the Maharashtra route to reach Africa. Pics/Manipur forest department and Wildlife Institute of India (Story/Ranjeet Jadhav)

19 November,2025 04:44 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

Byculla Zoo, as it is popularly called, is situated in the South Mumbai neighbourhood. Photos Courtesy: File pics

IN PHOTOS | Byculla Zoo turns 163: Here are 5 fascinating facts about Mumbai's oldest zoo

The city's beloved zoo sees many young and old Mumbaikars throng its gates to see different kinds of animals and learn more about them. As it turns a year older, here are some interesting facts about it

19 November,2025 01:32 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

The gathering saw different breeds of cats and dogs assemble with their pet parents in the city. Photos Courtesy: Atul Kamble

IN PHOTOS | Pets visit the church! Mumbai's dogs, cats get blessings at Church of Our Lady of Health

In a heartwarming gesture, Mumbai's pet lovers gathered at the church in Kalbadevi to get their animals blessed, one of them even being a celebrity dog

05 October,2025 03:55 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

White-throated Kingfisher. FILE PIC/SATEJ SHINDE and Bombay Dorid sea slug. PIC COURTESY/SACHIN RANE

IN PHOTOS | Here are 7 fun ways to explore Mumbai’s greener side this National Wildlife Week

Tread on the greener side of Mumbai this National Wildlife Week (October 2 to 8) with trails, birdwatching sessions, and educational plays (Story by Devashish Kamble)

04 October,2025 02:56 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

Dr Jane Goodall in Mumbai, November 2024. Photos Courtesy: Pic/Nimesh Dave

IN PHOTOS | Farewell to a Legend: Dr Jane Goodall (1934–2025)

Renowned wildlife conservationist Dr Jane Goodall passes way at 91. Here's honouring the life and work of Jane Goodall through five unforgettable milestones

02 October,2025 02:39 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

People across the world witnessed the rare occurrence of the total Lunar Eclipse, and more importantly the 'Blood Moon' on September 7. Photos Courtesy: PTI/AFP

IN PHOTOS: Breathtaking shades of the 'Blood Moon' during the Lunar Eclipse from around the world

Stargazers had a chance to see a "Blood Moon" on the night of September 7-8 during a total lunar eclipse visible across Asia and swathes of Europe and Africa

08 September,2025 01:57 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

The rescue operation was carried out by joint efforts of the Pune Forest Department and RESQ CT Team. Pics/ResQCT

IN PHOTOS: Leopard rescued from foot trap in Maharashtra's Pune

A female leopard was safely rescued from a dangerous hunting foot trap in a sugarcane field at Nangaon village in Daund taluka of Pune district in Maharashtra, officials said on Friday. Pics/ResQCT

08 August,2025 09:52 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed

IN PHOTOS: Spot these 6 beautiful owl species in SGNP and Aarey Forest in Mumbai

Every year, International Owl Awareness Day is celebrated annually on August 4 to create awareness about the different species of the bird. Naturalist and wildlife photographer Mahesh Yadav has documented six species of owls found in Mumbai, and here's all you need to know about them (Story by Ranjeet Jadhav)

04 August,2025 04:41 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

While the Bengal tiger is popular, the Siberian and Malayan are unique too. Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: Sarosh Lodhi/Pixabay

IN PHOTOS: Know about the Bengal Tiger? Here are 5 other species in the world

Every year, International Tiger Day is observed on July 29 around the world. While the Royal Bengal Tiger is popular in India, these are the other species that can be seen across the world

29 July,2025 07:38 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto