Tourists flock to Bueng Boraphet to catch a sea of beautiful lotuses
The cold temperature draws thousands of migratory birds to Bueng Boraphet, also making this spot ideal for birdwatching.
Nature
Fantastic comeback birds and where to find them in Singapore
Twenty-four species of birds are bouncing back in Singapore, according to the latest assessment of the conservation status of 413 bird species here published in September.
Nepali botanist discovers species of Impatiens new to science
Dr Bhakta Bahadur Raskoti discovered the new species while collecting plant samples for his botanical survey in Myagdi district in 2011.
New bridge project across Songkhla Lake a threat to Irrawaddy dolphins?
Many freshwater dolphins, including Irrawaddy species, are facing various threats, such as wastewater pollution, habitat destruction, dam construction and overfishing.
Can Indonesia save North Sumatran forests with local Batak wisdom?
Passed down for generations, some believe that local Batak wisdom is the solution to deforestation.
Caring for mangroves is just as important as restoring them: Experts
Keeping existing ones intact could keep even up to 32 million tonnes from being emitted per year until 2030.
In Heilongjiang, migratory birds take a break
In recent years, great emphasis is placed on the Yingchun forest’s ecological development, which attracts large flocks of migratory birds.
Kaeng Krachan National Park’s misty mountain emerges pristine after 3-month rehab
The mountain was closed as part of the Environment Ministry’s policy to help the flora and fauna of national parks regenerate during the rainy season.
Panda experts heading to Taipei zoo to aid ailing bear
Tuan Tuan, an 18-year-old male giant panda, is suspected to have suffered from seizures recently, arousing concerns on both sides.
Netizens give rare finless porpoise a name
More than 42 per cent of netizens chose the name Hanbao in a campaign that was used to raise people's awareness of the need to protect the Yangtze finless porpoises.