Our Work in
Wildlife Conservation

The Andaman and Nicobar islands are the only remaining site in India where leatherback sea turtles still nest, and these beaches are home to at least three other turtle species. For over ten years, researcher and “turtle evangelist” Adhith Swaminathan has monitored sea turtle nesting habits on these islands. Now, these beaches are projected to experience a rapid rise in tourism-related development, bringing threats like nest disturbance and artificial light.

The Pollination Project partnered with Adhith and his team for community outreach to schools and colleges on turtle conservation and how far individual action can go in protecting these species.

They are also educating state wildlife officials on best practices in nest relocation, and other strategies to strengthen conservation efforts.

Dr. Smitha D. Gnanaoliu has passionately committed her career to researching the Slender Loris, a night-active primate native to India and Sri Lanka. Her groundbreaking research has not only shed light on this previously obscure species but also pioneered the study of nocturnal wildlife in their natural environments. Additionally, her work has paved the way for women to engage in scientific research and fieldwork in the Indian rainforests.

Nearly ten years ago, TPP backed her research initiatives.