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Butterflies are the natural indicators and connectors of a thriving ecosystem. As the second most productive pollinators in nature, we need to be aware of the importance of their presence in maintaining a balanced natural cycle. To showcase the beauty and ecological importance of the diverse Butterfly species of Bangladesh, POJF organizes ‘Butterfly Fair’ every …
Prokriti O Jibon Foundation, in association with diverse national and international organizations, annually organizes diverse Photo Exhibitions where people from all around the country visit and learn about necessities of conservation and maintaining a balanced ecosystem. Open to visitors from all strata of the society, the exhibitions facilitate greater awareness and consciousness on the need …
Birds are the wellness indicators of any ecosystem, but due to rapid urbanization and resulting woodlands destruction Birds of diverse species are rapidly losing their natural habitat and facing terrible crisis for food. In such a context, to raise public awareness on the significance of conservation of bird’s habitat and ensuring the survival of Birds …
To ensure environmental education for children, POJF incorporates a character show named ‘Pachar Pachali’ in each year’s Prokriti Mela (Nature Fair). This is to ensure that children understand and enjoy learning about nature and biodiversity through the Nature Fair. To take this initiative one step ahead, POJF regularly publishes children’s books with the same name …
PACHAR PACHALI: CHARACTER SHOW, BOOKS AND CARTOON SERIES Read More »
Thousands of birds from around the world migrate and take shelter in the wetlands, coastal chars and islands of Bangladesh. They play vital role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystems and enriching our aquatic biodiversity. These birds also contribute in increasing the fertility of the land. However, they are facing problems of food scarcity …
One of the prime objectives of POJF is to rescue, rehabilitate and release injured, sick and orphaned wildlife back to the wild. Eradicating baseless superstition and creating mass awareness on beneficial roles of many neglected wild animals in the ecosystem, POJF has also participated with Bangladesh Forest Department in rescuing from poachers the endangered wildlife …
In recent years in the context of rapid climate change, population pressure and ever-growing environmental pollution, Bangladesh has been losing many of its diverse floral and faunal species. In this regard, as a National Member of SAVE (Saving Asia’s Vultures from Extinction), POJF has been participating in annual SAVE Meetings. Working from the very grassroots …
Conservation Campaign for Endangered Vulture Population with SAVE Read More »
Bangladesh is home to significant herpetofauna diversity. Turtles and Tortoises are considered a vital part of this. Most of the terrestrial and aquatic turtle species are endangered due to habitat loss, over exploitation, illegal hunting, poaching, and pollution. Thus, some species are at the brink of extinction. To save these turtles, POJF has taken initiative …
Butterflies are one of the most magnificent creations on earth. Different habitats in Bangladesh are suitable for diversified species of butterflies. Thus, more than 450 species of butterflies are expected to be present in this country. Yet approximately 325 species are enlisted in the national checklist of Red List by IUCN Bangladesh. Among those, notable …
