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Animal Pictures of the Day: Fischer’s chameleon up close

November 18, 202431 min

Presenting a collection of eye-catching animal pictures from around the world. Watch this space daily! Also, do you have animal pictures that you shot and would like to share with a wider audience? Connect with us at connect@thesnout.in Check out more pictures here: Picture of the Day Have arresting animal pictures, whether of pets, wildlife, or animals at a farm or zoo, that you took yourself and would like to share with a...

by Staff Reporter

WaterWorld Wild & Wonderful

New study reveals sharks’ role in keeping oceans healthy

August 3, 20246 min

Sharks are to the oceans as tigers are to the jungles, as the presence of both apex predators not only signifies the health of their respective environments, but also helps to maintain it. A new study, published on Thursday in the journal Science, suggests shark conservation must go beyond merely protecting them and must prioritize protecting their ecological roles. The largest sharks of many of the biggest species, such as tiger sharks and great whites,...

by A Correspondent

Animal Farm Fisheries

Global aquaculture market seen almost doubling to Rs48 lakh crore by 2035

June 15, 20247 min

The aquaculture market, which was valued at $311.1 billion, or Rs25,98,000 crore, in 2023, is expected to reach $573.7 billion, or Rs47,90,000 crore, by 2035, growing at a compounded annual growth rate of 5.2%, according to a new report from Allied Market Research. The Asia-Pacific region holds the highest market share, accounting for more than two-thirds of global aquaculture market revenue, and is expected to maintain its leadership status throughout the forecast period, the report...

by Staff Reporter

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Fisheries institute identifies 2 new species of needlefish off Indian coast

May 22, 20242 min

Researchers at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute in Cochin, Kerala, have identified two new species of needlefish from Indian waters. The discovery was made through genetic and molecular analysis, revealing that what was previously considered a single species, the flat needlefish (Ablennes hians), is actually a complex of at least three distinct species. The new species have been named Ablennes joseberchmansis and Ablennes gracalii, The New Indian Express newspaper reported. The research was led...

by Staff Reporter

Animal Farm Fisheries WaterWorld Wild & Wonderful

Canada seizes elvers worth $367,000 being exported illegally

May 21, 20245 min

Officers from Fisheries and Oceans Canada, abbreviated as DFO from its previous name Department of Fisheries and Oceans, with officers from the Canada Border Services Agency, seized about 109 kg of elvers at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport on Wednesday evening. The elvers, estimated to be worth Can $500,000 (about U.S. $367,000), were to be shipped overseas. An investigation into possible violations of the Fisheries Act is underway, a press release from DFO said. “The magnitude...

by Malaika Fernandes

All About Pets Columns

Choosing a pet: A guide to finding the right companion for your home

May 13, 202413 min

Introducing a pet into your home is an exciting and fulfilling experience, but it comes with great responsibility. Whether you are considering a playful puppy, a cuddly kitten, or a chirpy bird, finding the right pet for your home requires careful consideration. Each animal has its own needs, temperament, and care requirements. To ensure a harmonious relationship and a happy home environment, it is crucial to choose a pet that fits well with your lifestyle,...

by Sandy Pawpaw

Features WaterWorld Wild & Wonderful

Let’s celebrate World Aquatic Animal Day

April 3, 202412 min

Yes, now you know it. Today is World Aquatic Animal Day, created in 2020 by the folks at Animal Law Clinic at the Lewis & Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon, USA, to draw attention to the importance of aquatic animals to our societies and ecosystems. Any animal, vertebrate or invertebrate, that lives in water for all or most of its life is called an aquatic animal. In addition to ‘fish’, the category includes a...