Nature And Urban Spaces

The Buzz With Bees: Why Are They So Important?

These little insects aren’t just useful to humans for their sweet honey. As pollinators, bees are vital for our agriculture – and various threats to their populations, could in turn, threaten ours.

The Monroviawatte Garbage Dump: A Mounting Crisis

Mismanagement of a compost plant and sanitary landfill have affected the environment, contaminated waterways and threatened the livelihoods of people nearby.

A Haven In The City: Sri Lanka’s Only Open Butterfly Garden

One man built a butterfly garden, right in the middle of the city.

City Slickers: How The Peacocks Of The Dry Zone Came To Colombo

For some unknown reason, peacock populations in Sri Lanka are on the rise, causing large numbers to encroach into urban areas. What could be the reason for this?

Fighting Flames: Is Sri Lanka Doing Enough To Prevent Wildfires?

While Amazon was burning, Sri Lanka’s Ella rock was on fire.

Small Cats In The Big City: The Fishing Cats of Colombo

An unusual cat roams Colombo. What brings it to the city?