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In a land where monkeys are seen as pests, Sri Lanka’s white langurs are winning hearts
Monkeys were expected to be among the chief culprits identified as Sri Lanka carried out a nationwide survey on March 15 of ...
Sri Lanka's first animal census: From purple-faced langurs to giant squirrels, why it matters
The animal census to be undertaken in Sri Lanka is aimed at assessing annual crop damage in the island country. Officials ...
The Island7d
Sri Lanka discovers its first endemic bat species: A groundbreaking finding by Dr. Tharaka Kusuminda
Ifham Nizam Sri Lanka, a country renowned for its rich biodiversity, has taken a significant step in understanding its unique ...
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Sri Lanka calls for five-minute surveys to identify crop-raiding animals
In December 2024, Sri Lanka’s newly appointed minister of agriculture K. D. Lalkantha told the Parliament that farmers should ...
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The vanishing trail of Sri Lanka’s iconic tuskers calls for urgent action
With a single tusk that made him stand out, the majestic bull elephant Unicorn was a true king among the wild herds of ...
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Sri Lanka begins wildlife census to manage rising monkey, peacock numbers
DAMBULLA: As farmers lament agricultural losses, Sri Lanka launched a wildlife census on Saturday to count gigantic squirrels ...
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Sri Lanka counts nuisance wildlife in bid to protect crops
Sri Lanka carried out a nationwide census Saturday of nuisance wildlife, including monkeys and peacocks, in a bid to prepare ...
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Human – Elephant Conflict Is Rising in Sri Lanka
Driven from their original habitats, the animals are raiding crops and being killed by frightened farmers, but conservationists are piloting better ways to coexist In Makulpotha village, 89 miles ...
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Sri Lanka adjusts train timings to tackle elephant deaths
Sri Lanka's wildlife and railway authorities announced on Friday a series of low-tech measures, including adjusting ...
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Sri Lanka gears up for its first ever animal census
Sri Lanka will conduct its first-ever animal census, excluding elephants, officials said on Friday. Officials said people ...