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International Grants Awarded for Faunal and Floral Studies in the NBR Region

We are delighted to announce that the staff of NBNP have been awarded three prestigious international grants to further our research on the faunal and floral wealth of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve (NBR) region. These grants will enable us to conduct comprehensive studies, enhance our understanding of biodiversity, and contribute to the conservation efforts in this ecologically significant area.

These grants are a testament to our ongoing commitment to biodiversity research and conservation. They will support various activities, including field surveys, data collection, species documentation, and the development of conservation strategies. The findings from these studies will not only contribute to the scientific community but also assist in formulating policies for the sustainable management of the NBR region.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the funding organizations for their trust and support. We also commend the efforts of our dedicated staff whose hard work and expertise have made this achievement possible. Let us continue to strive for excellence and work towards preserving the natural heritage of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.

Gerald Durrell Memorial Award

In 1997, the recipient of the Gerald Durrell Memorial Award was honored with two grants to conduct pioneering research in the field of captive husbandry. This grant specifically targeted the study of invertebrates and amphibians in the Anaikatti region, a biodiverse area known for its rich and unique wildlife.

Botanical Gardens Conservation International (BGCI), UK

In 2004, a grant was received from Botanical Gardens Conservation International (BGCI), UK, through the National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow, under the National Plants Conservation Programme. This grant was used to establish an arboretum dedicated to the endemic and endangered plants of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve at Anaikatti.

Both grants underscored the importance of the Anaikatti region's biodiversity and aimed to contribute significantly to the conservation of its unique fauna. Through these studies, valuable insights were gained into the care and preservation of invertebrates and amphibians.