The tropical climate and soil, full of plant biodiversity, are also home to hundreds of wild edible leaves, which have great nutritional value and medicinal properties.
Celebrating the Resilience of the Indian Pariah Dog
The street dogs in India have weathered much trouble. Yet with some food or an affectionate pat on the head, most of them can be won over and made a friend of yours. It saddens one to see that they crave love from us, humans, but we are too blind and hostile to see and…
Discovering the Western Ghats: India’s Rain God and Biodiversity Treasure Trove
The Western Ghats house 50% of the total amphibian species of the whole of India. Thirty percent of the world population of Asian elephants resides in this forest stretch. This wilderness is also home to 17% of the tigers that the world is left with.
The Dark History of War Dogs and Their Unethical Roles in Conflict
Unknowingly, the dogs waged our wars and took part in our cruel ventures to oppress the weak so that the strong can always emerge victorious. It is a relief that unlike us, who bear the burden of the deeds of our ancestors, the dogs remain blissfully unaware of the horrific role that they had to…
Mithun, The Semi-Wild Cow of the Himalayas: Cattle, Lifestyle, and Politics
Mishmi is a tribe in Arunachal Pradesh and they rear Mithun for sacrificial slaughtering. How many Mithun one possesses is a sign of wealth among these tribal people.
Unraveling the Curious Cat Laws of Medieval King Hywel the Good
The Welsh King Hywel the Good gave his country a set of laws full of common sense and compassion. Punishment was not the foundation of those laws, unlike the norm at that time.
The Impact of Footpaths and Trails on Our Lives
All the crucial journeys of an individual begin and end by walking them. For example, one's first walk to the school, the first journey for a job interview, and the first walk home with a special friend.
The Supernatural Feline Legacy of Japan, and Its Royal Cats
Cats entered Japan around the 8th century CE, traveling thousands of miles and guarding the Buddhist scrolls. It is no surprise they received a regal place in Japanese culture.
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