Biodiversity

Biodiversity

As we become an increasingly urbanised population, we must acknowledge values of natural spaces falling out of conservation focus. Photos: JG Hakim.

The untold story of a little-known urban forest

Kukrail Reserve Forest in Lucknow is more than a patch of green—it is a sanctuary for rare wildlife and a refuge for the city’s soul. But the proposed development threatens its unique biodiversity

The disappearance of butterflies weakens ecological resilience, reduces pollination, and threatens food security. Photo: Muntasir Akash

Biodiversity loss: When was the last time you saw a butterfly?

Forest Dept to transform 27 rest houses into resorts to attract tourists in reserve forests

Forest Dept to transform 27 rest houses into resorts to attract tourists in reserve forests

Private sector participation in biodiversity finance is minimal. Photo: UNDP Bangladesh

Financing nature: Sustainable solutions for biodiversity conservation in Bangladesh

Photo: UNB

Biodiversity finance initiative launched to mobilise finance for nature

Green spaces are vital for maintaining a healthy ecosystem in a city. Photo: Sadiqe Al Ashfaqe

How planned plant distribution could make Dhaka more livable

Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan. Sketch: TBS

Govt finalises plan for Swatch of No-Ground to protect marine biodiversity: Rizwana

The watery areas and forests on the banks of re-mined reservoirs are now enchanted with the chirping of the guest birds and rare species creating spectacular scenes to attract everyone. Photo: BSS

Re-excavation of extinct reservoirs improving environment, biodiversity in northern region

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan speaks at an event in Dhaka. File Photo: Courtesy

Wildlife hunting, trafficking must be stopped to protect biodiversity: Rizwana

A Royal Bengal Tiger in the Sundarbans. Representational Photo: Collected

Parliamentary sub-committee on Sundarbans formed

Photo: Enam Ul Haque

Bioacoustics and the conservation of ancient woodlands

Environmentalists call for biodiversity awareness among villagers in Khagrachhari

Environmentalists call for biodiversity awareness among villagers in Khagrachhari

Photo: AdobeStock/bukhta79

Earthworms are the fourth largest global grain producer: Study