Coastal Conservation
At Lanka Nature Conservationists, we believe that protecting sea turtles is not just about saving one species. Sea turtles play a vital role in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems, from sustaining seagrass beds to supporting coral reef balance. On many quiet nights along Sri Lanka’s coastline, something extraordinary happens. Under...
Species Conservation: Safeguarding Sri Lanka’s Unique Wildlife
At Lanka Nature Conservationists, we work to raise awareness about the value of our natural heritage, encouraging communities to understand and protect the ecosystems that sustain Sri Lanka’s unique wildlife. Sri Lanka may be a small island, but it holds an extraordinary wealth of life. From the misty forests of the central highlands...
Jackals, Rabies and Dogs
The jackal, leopard and crocodile are the three top predators of Sri Lanka. With recent news about rabies-infected jackal (Nariya or Hivala) attacks in the Kalutara District, public awareness is essential on the killer disease Rabies which affects animals and humans alike. Rabies has no specific treatment, no recovery, but can be...
