Wildlife, Ecosystems, and Urban Wilderness Preservation
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the hidden wildlife and ecosystems thriving in urban wilderness areas through this enlightening TEDx talk. Discover the diverse array of animal species inhabiting the outskirts and even within many Indian cities, from jackals and nilgai to peacocks and porcupines. Learn about the intricate food chains and ecological relationships sustaining these urban ecosystems, often overlooked and mislabeled as "wasteland." Understand the unintended consequences of well-meaning beautification efforts that can disrupt delicate ecosystems and lead to species loss. Gain insight into the importance of preserving these wilderness patches for future generations to experience and appreciate local wildlife. Join speaker Nalin Savara, a passionate nature enthusiast and entrepreneur, as he shares his observations from hiking expeditions and advocates for greater awareness and conservation of urban wilderness areas.
Syllabus
Wildlife, Ecosystems, Wilderness and Parks | Nalin Savara | TEDxJIMS Vasant Kunj
Taught by
TEDx
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