From article: The Amruthmahal Kaval are biodiversity havens for some very rare and endangered species. A rapid biodiversity assessment carried out by IISc in Kudapura Kaval revealed the presence of rare flora and fauna such as the blackbuck unique to grassland habitats. While similar habitats are fast disappearing elsewhere in the country, the mere existence of a vast expanse of an intact habitat in this region stands as testimony to the sustainable management practices of the villagers that have also led to conservation of biodiversity. Now as the DRDO prepares to test drones in their new facility, the question that lingers is if new ones are in the making in nearby villages. When Papanna, who has lived all his life grazing sheep in the Kaval, satirically remarks that he is unable to decide if he should continue to be a shepherd or become a scientist, the answer is clear. With all their protests and legal petitions falling on deaf ears, many of them have already started selling their livestock to meet their daily expenses. countercurrents.org/jgpai030613.htm
Posted on: Mon, 17 Jun 2013 06:30:33 +0000
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