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Erratic Monsoons and The Natural Cycle

Millipede on one of the clumps

Before leaving for Honey Valley last weekend – I had noticed a bunch of eggs laid by the Minervarya sahyadris in a roadside pool outside my house. Although a frog that is listed as endangered – probably due to it’s less extensive range – it is among the most common species in Manipal, especially in… Continue reading Erratic Monsoons and The Natural Cycle

Of hawks and falcons; Raptors of Manipal – Part 2

A male shikra in a meditative mood.

“The quality of decision is like the well-timed swoop of a falcon which enables it to strike and destroy its victim.” – Sun Tzu Thanks for the awesome response to the previous post, part 2 is here and this will be about birds that are perhaps the best hunters in the world, with keen eyes,… Continue reading Of hawks and falcons; Raptors of Manipal – Part 2

Two Kites and a Buzzard! Raptors of Manipal – Part 1

As a kid growing up, nothing fascinated me as much as those long-winged birds that soared in the sky. On a cold and sunny winter afternoon in Delhi, to see massive flocks of Black Kites scanning the city for any thing that could be eaten is a fantastic sight. Throughout history, in fact, few creatures… Continue reading Two Kites and a Buzzard! Raptors of Manipal – Part 1

Balakalakaar 2011 – An AIESEC MnU event

Balakalakaar, an initiative undertaken by AIESEC Manipal University, is aimed at bringing out the artist in every child, in addition to fostering holistic development of the child. A brief background: AIESEC, the world largest student-run organization has presence in over 112 countries across the world. Focused on providing a platform for youth leadership development, AIESEC… Continue reading Balakalakaar 2011 – An AIESEC MnU event

Manipal Snake Watch

(NOTE: Snakes, as such are dangerous and volatile creatures, and without prior or complete knowledge of what one is attempting – do NOT try to handle them. Some are poisonous and not all individuals of the same species are as temperamental and tolerant of human approach as others. They will cause no harm to you… Continue reading Manipal Snake Watch