Western Ghats

Many of the beliefs and practices around monsoons in the Western Ghats reiterate the idea that our ancestors indeed worshipped and had an inseparable bond with nature.

They discovered the species after five years of extensive research.

A seven-year experiment that planted 100 native tree species and helped restore the ecology around a small patch of degraded land in the Western Ghats is proof that there are endless possibilities for conservation.

Goa-based herpetologist Nirmal Kulkarni has started the initiative “Living with Pythons” to create awareness about pythons and to create a network of rescuers and researchers to collate data on the current status of the species.

The year 2016 has been rich and eventful for wildlife discoveries of all sorts around the globe -- nature has never ceased to amaze.

Wayanad is one of the last remaining true wildernesses of India, with amazing biodiversity in flora and fauna. However, the region is facing severe duress, following rapid recent change. This short documentary attempts to highlight the problems afflicting the serene forests and hills of Wayanad and suggest solutions for the same.

From saving birds on the verge of extinction to restoring unique eco-systems that are home to endangered flora and fauna, these green warriors of India are helping make the planet more sustainable and healthy.

India's first planned eco-tourism destination, Thenmala, offers a never-ending list of attractions, along with sweeping views of the Western Ghats in all their splendour.

Nature is a playground for the country's foremost butterfly expert, who believes that butterflies can act as a conduit for conservation.

Did you know this fort has access to water all year long?