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Safari Lessons From East Africa
A comparison of the various aspects of wildlife management as observed in East African nations of Kenya and Tanzania, with policies and parks in India.
Two Curious Cases
Events of predation upon Indian peafowl by Changeable Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus cirrhatus) in Gir Forest, Gujarat.
A Lens Apart
Five quick questions with our Gallery Member for the month of November 2017, Vivek Vegda
Conservation Round-up
Updates from the world of conservation between Nov 2016 and mid Feb 2017.
Paradise Out of Poop
Tropical islands have always inspired in us a sense of magical beauty. Atop on our list of summer getaways and featured on countless postcards that criss-cross the globe, what lingers is an inexplicable draw to those pearly white beaches. But what we probably don’t wonder often is how these exquisite beaches came to be – the story is as extraordinary as the places themselves.
The Misnomer Called Zalim: Life Through the Eyes of T25
Infanticide by male tigers is a very common phenomenon but there are a few stories in the wild that show that they can be doting dads! Here we present a heartwarming story of the benevolent “Zalim” based on observations during routine monitoring for research and conservation.
Birding in the Clouds
Ecuador has an overwhelming diversity of avi-fauna that presents itself in dramatic colours and shades, making it a highly sought-after bird photography destination. We join the author on a photo-journey to the Choco Lowlands meeting exotic avian members all the way.
The Subterraneans: Into The Caves Of The Swiftlets
Beneath the canopy of lush rainforests on the Andaman Islands, atop a hillock, deep inside damp caves, reside the famous EdibleNest Swiftlets – endangered yet persistent, provoking critical questions in the minds of visitors who make it this far.
The Crawling Guests Of - Rushikulya
The author realises a much-cherished dream as she witnesses one of the greatest natural events known – the arrival of the Olive Ridley Turtles – emerging like phantoms from the sea with phosphorus on their backs.
Wild Lessons
To witness acts of survival in the wild is a blessing for the rarest few – join the author as she narrates her first experience seeing a tigress imparting training.
Conservation News
A round-up of important news from the world of conservation.
Conserving Karnataka's Wild Spaces
Sanjay Gubbi’s conservation efforts in the last decade are finely detailed in Second Nature, Saving Tiger Landscapes in the Twenty First Century.
Into The Flames
A controlled fire offers a chance to observe the spectacular behaviour of Indian Rollers in Kaziranga National Park
Jewel Of Jharkhand
Jharkhand’s rarely visited Udhwa Lake Bird Sanctuary is home to nearly 106 species of birds. Here’s a report.
Securing Our Biodiversity
Recent global negotiations related to biodiversity have set in place a range of recommendations for 196 countries to support their action plan towards achieving their respective targets as per the Convention on Biological Diversity’s Strategic Plan (2011-2020).
On The Ascent
When it comes to plant species, there is a dearth of good publications that focus on smaller plants. T. S. Srinivasa’s Discover Garden Climbers aims to introduce readers to the world of ornamental climber varieties for their personal garden and landscaping projects.
In Search Of The Forest Owlet
The deciduous forests of the North Western Ghats prove to be a natural habitat for the extremely rare Forest Owlet in Dang, Gujarat.
The Enigmatic White-Tailed Monal
The White-tailed Monal remains an elusive bird in the high-altitude landscape of Arunchal Pradesh. Here’s an account of the most recent sighting that put many theories to rest.
The Mystical Monal Of Mishmi
A trip to the enigmatic Mishmi Hills proves why it is paradise for several exotic bird species, including the rare Sclater’s Monal, and an absolute delight for birders.
Purbasthali - The Land Of Pochards
Rediscover the Kasthashali Bird Sanctuary in Bengal, where coloured feathers are left behind by beauties both resident and migratory.
Attention For All
The plight of wildlife in the face of development.
A Prized Catch
First photographic record and sighting of the rare mammal Madras Tree Shrew or Indian Tree Shrew in Vansda National Park of Gujarat.
Importance Of Inverted Ecological Pyramid
About earthworms, Charles Darwin said, “It may be doubted whether there are many other animals which have played so important a part in the history of the world, as have these lowly organised creatures.”
The Lesser Florican: At Home In Central India
The endangered bird Lesser Florican is a migrant on the move, on the verge of losing its perfect habitats in western Madhya Pradesh and in dire need of conservational help.
Saving Asia's Pride
A study conducted on the man-animal interactions as Asiatic lion numbers increase in Gir National Park and its adjoining areas.
Power Lines: The Silent Killers
Electricity lines have turned into a major threat to several large bird species, requiring prompt remedies to ensure the survival of many endangered avian species.
The Hills Are Alive
With over 350 bird species recorded in the Uttarakhand landscape, the 7th edition of Great Himalayan Bird Count was a resounding success. Here’s a report.
Planet Of The Apes
A journey through Assam’s Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary in search of the only ape native to India.
Ghosts And Goats
An intrepid trek to the hallowed mountain of Nizhalmudi in search of the Nilgiri tahr.
Save Our Sparrows
The common house sparrow is to a city what the tiger is to a forest.