Global Eco Watch: Major ecological happenings of the week (July 8 – July 14)
Down To Earth brings you the top happenings in the world of global ecology
World’s smallest terrestrial fern found in Western Ghats
The newly-found fern is one cm long and has different genetic and physical characters compared to other known fern species
Scientists develop new Chrysanthemum variety
National Botanical Research Institute developed and released the variety that blooms during late December to mid-February
Uttarakhand’s tulip garden offers glimpse into state’s largest germplasm collection
The garden is minor part of state’s largest germplasm collection of rare, endemic vegetation, put together by Uttarakhand forest dept in …
Tamil Nadu must sustainably manage its rattans
The plants have seen huge commercial exploitation in the state and need restoration to safeguard their survival
Uttarakhand opens biodiversity park in Haldwani to encourage conservation
The state’s rich botanical heritage is facing threats from climate change, degrading landscapes, habitat loss and development activities