Keeping everyone informed
On 15th March 2025, the Department of Agriculture conducted a Rapid Visual Census (RVC) across Sri Lanka to assess the presence of commonly reported wildlife species considered agricultural pests. The five-minute observation window, from 8:00 am to 8:05 am, invited participation from the general public, including farmers, school children, and local officials. Forms were distributed in advance and collected following the survey
Conservationists and environmental groups have renewed their concerns about this project and proposed to authorities to consider alternative locations for projects of this nature
The Thambapavani plant is in the southern edge of Mannar Island, but Adani is going to block the entire island, leaving no space for birds to fly through
Mannar Island holds environmental importance because it attracts over 15 million birds from over 30 countries via the Central Asian Flyway.
Blue-green land and waterscapes act as ecological corridors across land and water in creating an ecological continuity in order to protect and restore the habitats of native and naturalized species. In addition, these ecological corridors also help to conserve and improve the habitats of migratory species as well. One of the main objectives of establishing blue-green land-waterscapes is to reconcile increasing local/regional development and human livelihood challenges in a sustainable manner while at the same time safeguarding biodiversity and their habitats/ecosystems as far as possible.
Located in between Chilaw and Puttalam is a pristine sanctuary that is now home to many flora and fauna. As one passes the Suruwila Wewa and adjoining paddy lands it gives a glimpse of perhaps one of the last remaining tank cascade systems in the country. Spanning over 1300 hectares in extent, the Anawilundawa sanctuary is an asset to surrounding communities. The Accelerated Natural Regeneration of Mangroves (ANRM) Project is one such initiative that has strived to bridge the gap between scientific conservation efforts and community prosperity
They roam the jungles in search of food and water. They cross from one forest to another when food is scarce and few. Some return back to their habitat alive, others die on the way. This is the plight of Sri Lanka’s unique elephants.
