Marsupials: Scientists Create First Kangaroo Embryos Using IVF Technology
Scientists have successfully produced the first kangaroo embryos through in vitro fertilization (IVF), a breakthrough expected to help protect endangered marsupial species.
About Marsupials
Marsupials are a group of mammals comprising over 330 species.
Examples: Koalas, Bandicoots, Wombats, Wallabies, Possums, etc.
Marsupials provide important evidence supporting the Continental Drift Theory. They originally lived in North America and later migrated to South America, Antarctica, and Australia due to continental drift.
They are typically known for their pouches, which they use to carry and nurture their premature babies due to their short-lived placentas. However, not all marsupials have pouches.
Distribution: About two-thirds of marsupials are found in Australia, while one-third live in South America.
La Niña: January 2025 Recorded as the Warmest Despite La Niña Development
Despite the development of La Niña, January 2025 was recorded as the warmest January on record.
About La Niña
La Niña (meaning "Little Girl" in Spanish) is a climate phenomenon opposite to El Niño. During La Niña, the Tropical Pacific Trade Winds strengthen, leading to the accumulation of unusually cold water in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean.
Impact of La Niña on Indian Climate
- Monsoon: The southwest monsoon is expected to bring normal to above-normal rainfall across India.
- Winter: La Niña is likely to lead to below-normal temperatures during the winter months.
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