Chronicles of the Black Forest
Born in 1964, in Oberwolfach in BadenWürttemberg, Germany, Klaus grew up in a family of restaurateurs, and spent 10 years as a chef, before finally finding his calling as a forest ranger in 1988. His involvement in nature conservation largely
A Ray of Hope!
Black Rhinos are classified as “Critically Endangered” species as per the IUCN Red List and as on date, there is only handful of individuals (approx 20-25) left in Masai Mara. Considering this I during the recent trip to mara I
The Healing Power of Nature
I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order. John Burroughs Few words describe the healing power of nature as aptly as American naturalist and conservationist’s above ones. The virtues of nature-immersion have long
Global Tiger Day : Best places to spot tigers in India
The tiger (Panthera tigris) is the largest cat species, most recognizable for their pattern of dark vertical stripes on reddish-orange fur with a lighter underside. The species is classified in the genus Panthera with the lion, leopard, jaguar, and snow leopard. Tigers are apex predators, primarily preying on ungulates such as deer and bovids. They
The wild wanderers of Savannah – an unforgettable journey by river Mara
It was the end of monsoons and winters were just about to set in here in India. In the wilderness of Africa what was about to unfold was amongst the greatest spectacles on earth- the great wildebeest migration in full
Summer Sagas: Mr. and Mrs. Koel, the Partners in Crime
The sweet coo-coo of the Koel reminds most of us of lazy childhood summers with songs and stories. Excerpts from mythological folklore and household lores of just how sweet the Koel is, the word “sweet” not only referring to her
Cannibalistic Wildlife: A Gross yet Practical Reality
“It was a hot summer afternoon and I was returning from field after nearly 13 hours of grueling work. My mind wandered, and so did my gaze. I was looking out on a water body with no particular thought in mind,
A shelter for 10,000 people? – Meet our National Tree
Van Mahotsav Week was first started in India in 1950 by K.M. Munshi, the then Union Agriculture and Food minister. The festival was conceptualized to celebrate and connect with all the green lives out there. The days aim towards spreading
Let’s Know Our Green Friend this Van Mahotsav Week!
“The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness” - John Muir Such is the allure and enigma that forests hold. We talk about our true wealth being our natural resources, forests being one of the primary ones. Often called the
5 Wildlife Sanctuaries to visit during monsoon
Monsoon in India is considered as non-favorable time to visit national parks & wildlife sanctuaries as most of them are flooded or marshy making vehicular movement very difficult. However, there are some places in India where you can still witness