Biodiversity Mapping of Mumbai
- In a first-of-its-kind, a biodiversity map of the city of Mumbai has been prepared to showcase the wildlife hotspots, mangrove forests, urban green spaces and over 90 species that can be spotted in the city.
- It is an attempt to visually empower Mumbai’s citizens with the resources they share with the city.
- Rohan Chakravarty is the man behind the map. He said that the map will serve as a reminder to Mumbai citizens that they must act to protect Mumbai’s biodiversity, which has been under threat due to unsustainable development.
- Over the last few decades, Mumbai has witnessed shrinking of city parks and ....
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