Animals-and-Pets
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Trout Travails
The gushing waters of the Tirthan bears within it a conflict of species which, if not regulated and monitored, could lead to the suppression and end of the native genus.
6 min |
March - May 2020
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Inaction Kills
Dr Rahmani’s words are a call to arms, for citizens to take heed and protect our feathered friends from being decimated.
4 min |
March - May 2020
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Feathered Extravaganza
Maitreya — a teenager, a birding enthusiast and a published author — is ready to whisk us away to one of the most megadiverse countries’ in the world, Colombia. Get ready to be blown away by its breathtaking assemblage of birds!
5 min |
March - May 2020
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Jungle Rhapsody
For a few magical days, the authors exchange their jaded urban lives for a forest camp in Assam and discover a hidden gem.
5 min |
March - May 2020
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MEMORIES of MAYA
The author recounts his enlivening encounter with the tigress Maya, one he had seen and photographed seven years earlier as a sub-adult.
6 min |
March - May 2020
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A RARE Phenomenon
The author’s dream to see a black panther in the wilderness comes to fruition in the jungles of Kabini.
4 min |
March - May 2020
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A Parliament of Birds
A birding paradise, Mizoram beckons all bird lovers to delight in its plumed and feathered treasures.
5 min |
March - May 2020
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Inconvenient Truths
‘Saving the tiger means saving every living organism’ – is not an easy maxim to follow. Dr. Johnsingh takes us through the facts and figures of the battle for tiger conservation in order to find a lasting resolution.
10+ min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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The Botswana Predicament: From Conservation To Carnage?
An already difficult place to access, Botswana may take a further hit to its tourism industry if the country goes back to being a killing ground for its elephants.
4 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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Riveting strokes
A passionate love for wildlife comes alive in the captivating brush strokes of Sushma Jain.
1 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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Furry To Winged Flurry The Life Of A Young Shikra
Following the activities of a family of Shikras at close range, the author reveals in interesting detail the life of a Shikra from infancy to sub-adulthood.
7 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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Familial Feelings - The Small World Of The Snake Eagle
Ensconced in the trees is the world of the raptors. The author takes us on an exciting journey on the wings of the snake eagle.
5 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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Dogged Concerns - Who Let The Dogs Eat?
‘Love is what love does’ – is this blinkered love for our canine friends fashioning a perilous ecosystem for us all? A subject of some delicacy, but a matter that needs to be dealt with immediately.
6 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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Expanding Horizons - The Wildlife Institute Of India — A Valuable Natural Resource
Reminiscing about his visit into the wilderness of India, Dr Krausman recounts his experiences working alongside the WII in their dedicated perseverance of wildlife studies in this country.
9 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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Daunting Trails - Experiences Of Monitoring Ibex Populations In The Trans-Himalayas
The author recounts with explicit details the formidable and informative experience of traversing the Pin valley in search of the majestic Ibex.
5 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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Beguiling Bears -The Realm Of The Bears
The author captivates us with an entrancing view of the magnificent realm of the Kamchatka bears and of the marvellous omnivores themselves.
5 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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At The Edge Of Civilization - Life In The Amazon Basin
The unspoilt riparian Ribereños of the Amazon basin are being gradually brought into the folds of the ongoing preservation efforts of the Amazon rainforest. The author brings us this story from the very heart of these developments.
4 min |
December 2019 - February 2020
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Cultural Extinction Of Species
We are not disturbed by the unchecked disappearance of the various species — we don’t seem to miss their sight or sound! Have we become so self-absorbed that we thoughtlessly disregard Nature’s ‘circle of life’?
3 min |
September - November 2019
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The Elusive Arabian Tahr - A Tryst With The Montane Enigmas
Dr Ranjitsinh goes in pursuit of exciting montane creatures, through and over the mountains of Oman, a land determined to protect its environment and wildlife. A demanding and thrilling chase takes him across reserves and ranges, through gorges and cliffs in search of the elusive Arabian Tahr.
9 min |
September - November 2019
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Steeped In Nature
Nestled in the forests near the Rangeet river, the Glenburn Tea Estate is an idyllic spot for nature lovers and tea enthusiasts alike. During efforts to initiate mahseer conservation in the river, Dr Johnsingh takes a closer look at the scenic splendour and the inhabitants around the estate.
9 min |
September - November 2019
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India's Tiger Count 2018
The need of the hour is to safeguard our wildlife and its habitat, conserving the tiger is a measure of our commitment to conserving the life-support systems of the planet.
3 min |
September - November 2019
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Let The Birds Sing
Chasing the lost symphonies of God’s feathered creations.
4 min |
September - November 2019
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Excerpt
The book, “Wild Himalaya: A Natural History of the Greatest Mountain Range on Earth”, elucidates in detail all that the mighty Himalayas has meant to the world through its living history.
2 min |
September - November 2019
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The Turtle Saviour
The author narrate a rescue story where a little boy’s presence of mind played a crucial role in saving a turtle’s life in C harotar, a region where the locals co-habit with animals, treating them with compassion and respect.
3 min |
March - May 2017
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Waste Warriors
The Himalayas are fast turning into a garbage dump due to an increase in tourism but a dedicated group is toiling to preserve them.
2 min |
March - May 2017
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Two Curious Cases
Events of predation upon Indian peafowl by Changeable Hawk Eagle (Nisaetus cirrhatus) in Gir Forest, Gujarat.
2 min |
June - August 2017
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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).
4 min |
March - May 2018
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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.
2 min |
March - May 2018
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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.
5 min |
March - May 2018
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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.
4 min |