In the 1960s, parts of Horton Plains in Sri Lanka was used as a potato farm, which caused major repercussions, some which may persist today. Watch the documentary for more info!
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My article “The Last Elephants of Colombo” is now available in the prestigious “Loris” magazine (Volume 31, Issue 1), a journal dedicated to furthering wildlife conservation in Sri Lanka. It's issued by the Wildlife & Nature Protection Society Sri Lanka.
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Rumors of 'dwarf elephants' (or 'pygmy elephants') in Sri Lanka have existed since colonial times. In this video, we examine the history of these animals.
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Situated over 2000 meters above sea level, Horton Plains National Park is home to a large population of Sambar Deer.
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In Sri Lanka, leopards are mostly studied in dry zone jungles like Yala or Wilpattu. But, thanks to local conservation organizations, the lives of leopards in the wet zone are revealed.
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