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Elephants are majestic and intelligent creatures that have roamed the Earth for millions of years. As megaherbivores, they play a crucial role in shaping ecosystems by dispersing seeds and creating habitats. However, as human populations expand and encroach upon natural habitats, elephants often find themselves in close proximity to agricultural lands. This proximity has led […]

Climate change and the loss and degradation of natural habitats are major drivers of species extinction globally. This is especially the case for species in tropical mountain ranges. These species are thermally sensitive and adapted to small environmental niches, hence making them susceptible to extinction. . On this episode, I interview Dr. Umesh Srinivasan from

Fruit-Based Agroforestry Systems are a novel and environmentally friendly farming method that mixes fruit tree development with other agricultural practises. These systems combine the advantages of fruit trees, such as nutritious fruits, shade, and wood, with the production of other crops or livestock. The idea is to create a harmonic environment in which fruit trees

A prominent challenge faced not only by conservationists, but most scientists, is the communicating their research without much jargon. Fortunately, there are various conservationist groups making a conscious efforts to dissiminiate ecology for the layman. One such group is Current Conservation, launched by  2007 by Kartik Shanker, Meera Anna and Ankila Hiremath, with a small

Scientists and environmental experts are responding to the pressing challenges of deforestation and the urgent need for reforestation by employing innovative and creative methods to restore our forests at an accelerated pace. In this context, the Miyawaki woodlands have emerged as a promising technique for forest regeneration. Named after the esteemed Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki,

The Kakapo Parrot (Strigops habroptilus), a remarkable bird native to New Zealand, captivates ornithologists and nature lovers alike. Known as the “owl parrot,” the Kakapo is the world’s only flightless parrot and also the heaviest. Despite these intriguing characteristics and its once thriving presence, the Kakapo is critically endangered, predominantly due to human activities and

The Green Iguana (Iguana iguana) is a large arboreal lizard species native to the rainforests of Central and South America. This iconic creature is known for its emerald-green scales, large dewlap, and row of spines running from its neck to its tail. It has become one of the most recognizable symbols of tropical biodiversity, as

While India is well known for her tigers, elephants and rhinos, the country also boasts amongst the richest marine biodiversity. One of the most unique taxa found along India’s coasts, are various species of marine turtles. However,  these species are heavily threatened by marine pollution, the illegal wildlife trade of their eggs, attacks by free

India has the most significant number of wild Asian Elephants, estimated at 29,964 according to the 2017 census by Project Elephant, i.e., about 60% of the species’ global population. Friction between humans and elephants, termed Human-Elephant Conflict (HEC), occurs mainly over space and is a significant conservation concern across the country for governments, conservationists, and people living

The Earth has experienced five mass extinctions in its history, and now scientists are warning that we may be in the midst of the sixth. The sixth mass extinction is caused by human activities, such as deforestation, climate change, and pollution. This article will discuss the causes and effects of the sixth mass extinction. The