The snow leopard, often called the “Ghost of the Mountains,” is a shy and solitary predator perfectly adapted to the extreme alpine environments of the Himalayas. Its thick, smoky-grey fur provides ...

India is home to some of the world's rarest and most intriguing animal species. Known for its extraordinary biodiversity, the country provides distinctive environments to animals like the lion-tailed ...

Scientists described several new species this past year, including a tiny marsupial, a Himalayan bat, an ancient tree, a giant manta ray, a bright blue butterfly and a fairy lantern, to name a few.