By Shaminda Silva The word ‘man eater’ could be associated with any large predator or carnivore and is randomly heard from all parts of the world, but very strangely, this is …
The blue water lily (Nymphaea stellate) or Nil Manel in Sinhala, Kamalam, Alli Tamarei in Tamil, is of particular significance to Sri Lankans as it is the national flower of …
The word ‘Bear ‘in Sri Lanka is associated with none other than the images of the menacing or rather innocent looks of the ‘sloth bear (melursus ursinus inornatus) which inhabits …
The months of February, March and April are an exciting time for bird watchers as it is the period during which the Greater Flamingos (Phoenicopterus rosues) in their thousands flock …
By Dr. Tanuja Ariyananda Water is essential for all living organisms. Water is also important for the sustenance of biodiversity, ecology and overall health of the planet Earth. Water also has …
Along with the kiribath, kevum and kokis that adorn the typical New Year table in April, another quintessential and must-have item is banana. The delicious banana is the most cultivated …
The iconic Humpback or Pink Dolphins of Puttalam Lagoon are on the path to extinction unless urgent measures are taken to conserve these rare sea mammals. By Ajantha Palihawadana Humpback Dolphins are …
By Malaka Rodrigo “Thaththa, who is that bird”? my little daughter asked me during a visit to the Dalada Maligawa in Kandy a few months back. Perched on the roof of …