Karnataka is the emerging hub of nature research and education. It also dons the mantle of ‘Elephant State’ and ‘Tiger State’ of India. In addition to these mega fauna, our forests have a lot to offer. ‘Focus’ does just that, with detailed articles focusing on a specific species. Flora or fauna, big or small, we’ve got it covered.
Most of us are familiar with charismatic mammals such as tigers, elephants and apes. And there are charismatic species amongst birds too: bustards, cranes, eagles. But in the Asian and […]
Located in northern Karnataka, Belgaum lies at an altitude of 750 meters above sea-level and receives an average annual rainfall of 1500 mm. Rapid growth is quickly changing this once-sleepy […]
Walking through a grassland or a forest clearing, one often comes across a colourful bird gliding gracefully, snapping loudly in mid-air and returning to its perch. Welcome to the world […]
Most commonly referred to as dull, drab and brown, these winged visitors of the night are far from boring. Moths are extraordinarily diverse in color, shape and size; intricate patterns […]
Pollination is an important process in the scheme of things in Nature. Plants go to great lengths to achieve this – wind, animals, bats, birds, water and insects have all […]
Bats are one of the most misunderstood species due to their nocturnal nature, and are marred with myths. The moment one sees a bat flying around, one exclaims Yikes! Ouch! […]
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