Our Projects

Project Objective: To preserve and enhance the population of Mugger Crocodiles in the Cauvery Delta Region.

Details:

• Conducting detailed population surveys and migratory patterns

• Ensuring habitat restoration of breeding sites

• Running community-awareness campaigns about coexistence

• In Collaboration with Madras Crocodile Bank Trust

Project Objective: Reduce fatalities and conflicts arising from snake-human encounters.

Details:

• Running community-awareness campaigns and action on preventing deaths due to snake bite

• Education on snake conservation, and large-scale advocacy on increasing the use of anti-venom to save lives.

• Collaboration with forest and health departments for knowledge sharing

• Development of a comprehensive Snake & Hospital Mapping system

• In Collaboration with Madras Crocodile Bank Trust

Project Objective: Conserve and restore populations of freshwater turtles and tortoises in the Cauvery Delta Region.

Details:

• Captive breeding programs for critically endangered

• Earmarking and restoration of freshwater habitats for breeding

• Community engagement programs on the importance of turtles and tortoises in the ecosystem

Project Objective: Foster a community that's informed and passionate about reptile conservation.

Details:

• Hosting nature camps and field trips for schools and colleges.

• Training workshops for teachers and local community leaders.

• Adopting ‘train the trainer’ concepts

• Mobile setups for campaigns to spread awareness.

Project Objective: Facilitate in-depth herpetological research in natural settings.

Details:

• A facility where reptiles of different taxa live and breed, enabling direct observation.

• Data collection on behavior, social interactions, and breeding habits.

• Collaboration with academic institutions for extended research opportunities.

Project Objective: Founding of the Thanjavur Reptile Zoo, a bold step towards a future where the locals of the Cauvery delta conclusively understand the need of coexistence.