Extinction
The Indian Purple Frog Being Eaten to ExtinctionThe Indian Purple Frog, anendemic and endangered amphibian found exclusively in the biodiversity hotspot of Western Ghats, is facing extinction threats due to the consumption of tadpoles by local tribes.
- World Environment Day 2016: 5 of Your Favourite Foods Predicted to Go Extinct
On World Environment Day, let's awaken our conscience. With every passing year, the environment is getting degraded and rumours are afloat that if this continues, we might not be able to devour our favourite foods ...
- This Once-Abundant Bird is Being Eaten to Extinction by China
A bird that was once one of the most abundant in Europe and Asia is being hunted to near extinction because of Chinese eating habits, according to a study published today.
- No Shark Fin Soup Please, Singapore's Going Green
Shark fin soup, that exotic but pricey delicacy said to boost sexual potency and prevent heart disease, is going off menus in some Singapore hotels and restaurants in an effort to save sharks which face ...
- A Cuisine That Focuses on 'Out of Fashion' Vegetables
Spanish chef Rodrigo de la Calle is fast gathering a fan following with cuisine that focuses on vegetables that are "out of fashion and nearly in danger of extinction" in Spain.The chef, whose Restaurant Rodrigo ...
- China Revives Endangered Rice Species
A rare indigenous rice species, which was almost extinct in the 1970s due to low output, is being revived in north China's Hebei Province."It has not been easy but I have developed more than 5.3 ...
- Did You Know? Your Favourite Foods Could Disappear Due To Climate Change
Climate change may make some crops extinct, while others may become extremely scarce. Here's all you need to know!
