The Better India

Communities in Kerala’s Hills Are Coming Together To Protect the Western Ghats’ Last Remaining Frogs

When local communities come together to advocate for their native biodiversity, true conservation happens. Here’s how the ...

Malabar gliding frog: The treetop frog that builds a foam nest instead of laying eggs in water

High in India's Western Ghats, the Malabar gliding frog builds a unique foamy nest suspended above water, protecting up to 200 eggs. Upon hatching, ta ...
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Leo Dicaprio Shares Picture Shot By Indian Researcher In Western Ghats

MUMBAI, (IANS) – A galaxy frog looks like an archetypal alien popularized by Hollywood sci-fi thrillers, but that’s not the reason why a picture of it shot by Sandip Das, an Indian researcher, has got ...

This hidden gem in Kerala was once praised by Leonardo DiCaprio as ‘Heaven on Earth’ — wait till you see why!

Discover Ramakkalmedu, Kerala’s windy hill station once praised by Leonardo DiCaprio as “Heaven on Earth.” Explore its ...

Forget Munnar! This Kerala Hill Station, Praised By Leonardo DiCaprio, Is The Real ‘Heaven On Earth’ And Gets Its Name From Lord Ram

Known for being one of the windiest places in Asia, Ramakkalmedu is a refreshing break from Kerala’s busier hill towns like ...

Before The Clouds Gather, Forest Glows: The Neon Secret Of Monsoon Toads

In a dense crowd where every second matters, bright shade lets females pick the right partner without confusion and prevents ...

What makes frog-like leafhoppers one of the strangest insects in the wild: How they live, eat, and stay hidden in plain sight

Tiny frog-like leafhoppers in Uganda's Kibale National Park are revealing secrets of rainforest survival. These small insects ...