Read about the aquatic ecosystem of the Chambal and its critically endangered reptilian resident.
Comics
Ravine Reptilian
Idea Packs for Educators
Idea Bite 1: Make a poster about two more species that, like the Indian skimmer, act as indicators of an ecosystem’s health.
Fun link 1: https://www.treehugger.com/indicator-species-definition-and-examples-5183761
Fun link 1: https://www.treehugger.com/indicator-species-definition-and-examples-5183761
Idea Bite 2: Imagine a new animal species with a unique feature or behaviour. Draw or describe it and give it a common name matching its unique characteristic.
Fun link 2: https://www.treehugger.com/animals-with-completely-ridiculous-names-4864307
Fun link 2: https://www.treehugger.com/animals-with-completely-ridiculous-names-4864307
Idea Bite 3: For what is the sand mined from beaches used? Write a research report on how sand mining affects the environment.
Fun link 3: https://india.mongabay.com/2021/05/video-sand-mining-and-how-it-erodes-lives-and-the-environment/
Fun link 3: https://india.mongabay.com/2021/05/video-sand-mining-and-how-it-erodes-lives-and-the-environment/
