Elephant herd is a close knit family led by a matriarch & are very protective of calves. The moms, aunts, subadults and calves follow the command of the matriarch. Bulls have to work hard & fight many battles to win mating rights. Uttarakhand Tourism National Tiger Conservation Authority Ramesh Pandey

India Post celebrates #WorldElephantDay, saluting the gentle giants that leave their mark on our stamps and in our hearts. #IndiaPost #PostageStamp #CommemorativePostageStamp

Majestic and intelligent, Asian Elephants are vital for healthy forests and thriving ecosystems. India is home to nearly 60% of their global population. This #WorldElephantDay, let’s protect their path, preserve their presence, and secure our shared future together.

Did You Know? Elephants are often referred to as ecosystem engineers. #WorldElephantDay

Did You Know? Elephants play a crucial functional role in the tropical forest ecosystem through seed dispersal, nutrient cycling, biomass removal, and assisted vegetation generation through trampling and other effects that eventually shape forest communities. #WorldElephantDay

If there's one animal that symbolizes, reflects, and connects profoundly to Indian cultural ethos and values, it's the majestic elephant, rightly designated as the National Heritage Animal. An animal that shapes the landscapes, sows seeds of regeneration of forests, creates

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This #WorldElephantDay 🐘, pause and feel this moment — a mother and calf, resting in trust and safety. Elephants aren’t just giants of the forest — they are sentient, social beings who love, grieve, and rest just like us. Protect their homes, protect their future. MoEF&CC

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India shelters nearly 60% of global population of Asiatic elephants. #WorldElephantDay

On #WorldElephantDay, let’s unite to safeguard India’s elephants — symbols of wisdom, strength, and harmony with nature.

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It's not about enjoying just a swim, it's science!. Tigers sit in water to cool down because they can't sweat efficiently. Their body temperature is regulated by seeking a water source to dissipate heat, a behavior called Thermoregulation. This keeps them from overheating,

The National Flag must never be used as clothing/accessory below the waist, or printed on items like cushions, handkerchiefs, or dress materials. #HarGharTiranga #FlagCodeOfIndia 🇮🇳 #HarGharTiranga2025

Matriarchs and Memories When a matriarch dies, a herd loses more than a leader — it loses a lifetime of wisdom. Without her memory of safe routes and seasons, elephants wander into danger, farmlands, and conflict. Protecting matriarchs means protecting the knowledge that keeps

As we celebrate the 79th #IndependenceDay, let’s pledge to shape a Naya Bharat that grows in harmony with nature — greener, cleaner & sustainable for generations to come. #IndependenceDay2025

हम 79वें स्वतंत्रता दिवस का जश्न मना रहे हैं, आइए हम संकल्प लें एक ऐसे नए भारत को आकार देने का जो प्रकृति के साथ सामंजस्य विकसित करें और - आने वाली पीढ़ियों के लिए अधिक हरित, स्वच्छ और टिकाऊ भविष्य का निर्माण करें। #IndependenceDay #IndependenceDay2025

Two philosophies of survival - Blend to survive vs Shine to survive #Butterflies #photography #shimla #forest

The Indian porcupine /Indian crested porcupine, are solitary, nocturnal herbivores, consuming roots, fruits, etc. They are known for their burrowing abilities, creating tunnel systems. They play a role in seed dispersal and controlling plant growth. MoEF&CC Ramesh Pandey

Greater One-horned rhinos have relatively poor eyesight, but they compensate with exceptional senses of hearing and smell. Looking at their bulky size, one can miscalculate their agility. They can run at top speed of 55kmph ! Kaziranga National Park & Tiger Reserve National Tiger Conservation Authority Ramesh Pandey