Nature is an ever-changing landscape, and observing these changes can be a magical experience for children as well as for adults. The forests and wilderness are perfect examples which reflect unity in diversity. The tall trees, herbs, shrubs, birds, insects, animals and microorganisms despite being different from one another, passively engage with one another toContinue reading ““Nature’s story: Discovering the seasons through Phenology Walks with Children””
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Rescuing Red Giant Flying Squirrel: wildlife conservation
A few days back, while I was traveling from Dehradun to Mussoorie via the busy highway, I noticed a flash of reddish-brown fur dart out from underneath a parked truck. Upon closer inspection, I saw that it was a Red Giant Flying Squirrel. I knew I had to rescue this little creature before it wasContinue reading “Rescuing Red Giant Flying Squirrel: wildlife conservation”
Oriental Pied Hornbill Nesting Season: A Conservation Story
The Oriental Pied Hornbill is a majestic bird species that can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia as well as the Indian sub-continent. These birds are known for their unique nesting habits, where they seal themselves inside tree cavities to protect their eggs and young from predators. Unfortunately, their habitat has beenContinue reading “Oriental Pied Hornbill Nesting Season: A Conservation Story”
Fairy Cup Mushrooms in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie : Forestry for kids
After consecutive days of heavy rainfall, the bright sunny days in the hillside of Landour have finally arrived. This year extended rainy days were experienced otherwise October is usually the most adored months in the hillside. So, we decided to go for a brisk nature walk in the vicinity along with the children. Children wereContinue reading “Fairy Cup Mushrooms in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie : Forestry for kids”
Ganga Tulsi, Gangotri: homonym or different species?
Tulsi, an aromatic medicinal plant finds its special place in Hinduism. It is often said that the worship of lord Vishnu is incomplete without Tulsi. But the species of Tulsi used for worshipping the deity varies from place to place. Be it the famous Vrindavan, Badrinath or Gangotri, the variants of Tulsi vary altogether. MostlyContinue reading “Ganga Tulsi, Gangotri: homonym or different species?”
Forestry for kids: Tree Plantation for Mother’s Day
One of the most extraordinary relationship in the world is the relationship between the mother and her child. Mother’s are the basic foundation of our very existence and first teacher of our life. The unique relationship is priceless in terms of her unfathomable love, sacrifice and selfless dedication towards her child. Therefore Mother’s Day isContinue reading “Forestry for kids: Tree Plantation for Mother’s Day”
Forest trails and untold stories: Mansur shrub, Landour, Mussoorie
Every step I take towards exploring the wilderness in the nature and forest, fills me with enchantment to ken many unfolded stories. Each rock, each pebble, each flower, each plant and their association with different life forms must have a distinct story to tell. Stories which will never be heard of, some lost stories andContinue reading “Forest trails and untold stories: Mansur shrub, Landour, Mussoorie”
Ecological indicators of season change (2): Ferns!!
With the onset of winters, the ferns have turned brown in the lesser Himalayas. The winter Himalayan breeze blowing through the mixed forests of Oak- Pine and Rhododendron signals the arrival of winters to the ferns, which grow alongside the moss laden tree barks and hillslopes of this quiet hillside of Landour, Mussoorie. With theContinue reading “Ecological indicators of season change (2): Ferns!!”
Ecological indicators of season change (1): Cobra Lily fruiting
The month of September has begun and the Cobra-lilies have started fruiting in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie. The fruiting of the Cobra-lilies indicate culmination of rainy season and onset of the fall. This phenomenon is nature’s own way to signal changing season. The bright red coloured fruits can draw attention of anyone passing by.Continue reading “Ecological indicators of season change (1): Cobra Lily fruiting”
Whipcord Cobra Lily: Plant mimicry
It’s normal for one to get startled when they encounter Cobra Lily for the first time in the wild. The trumpet shaped flowers along with whip-like tongue resembles as if a Cobra snake is lurking out and with its tongue. It’s monsoon in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand and Cobra lilies are in full bloom in the thickets,Continue reading “Whipcord Cobra Lily: Plant mimicry”
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