From snow leopards to coral reefs: India’s biosphere reserves connect conservation with livelihoods
In the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, an invasive shrub is finding a second life as elephant sculptures, furniture and handicrafts. Indigenous artisans use uprooted Lantana vines to create objects…
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In the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, an invasive shrub is finding a second life as elephant sculptures, furniture and handicrafts. Indigenous artisans use uprooted Lantana vines to create objects that support livelihoods while drawing attention to the damage the plant causes to forests. In 2021, 125 life-sized Lantana elephants were displayed in London, carrying a message […]
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