Uma Athale

Jeevoka member since Sep 2019

With a Master’s degree in Wildlife Conservation and Management from the University of Reading, England, I have worked with wildlife in various capacities in India and abroad, including invasive species management, species reintroduction, rehabilitation, and human-animal conflict mitigation, among others. I am also a co-author of There’s Many a Way to Keep the Elephant Away: a manual discussing various methods of human-elephant conflict mitigation published by Project Elephant.

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An Interview with Renowned Photographers, Andrea and Antonella Ferrari

I had the opportunity to speak to reputed wildlife photographers, Andrea and Antonella Ferrari, to learn about what makes them tick, and how wildlife photography has evolved with time.

Uma Athale

18 Sep 2019 • 6 min read

Birds You Can See From Your Balcony

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to go very far to enjoy nature. Here’s how a visit to a local park or a look outside your bedroom window can reveal some of the most beautiful birds!

Uma Athale

15 Sep 2019 • 4 min read

Indian Small Cats

India is famous for its tigers, lions and leopards, but there’s so much more to our species diversity! Here's a list 10 species of Indian Small Cats.

Uma Athale

10 Sep 2019 • 6 min read • 1 like

How to Tell the Difference between Frogs and Toads

The animal kingdom never ceases to fascinate me with its similar-looking creatures. If you’ve ever wondered how a frog is different from a toad, here’s a handy guide!

Uma Athale

08 Sep 2019 • 4 min read

A Quick Look at the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972

Curious about wildlife protection? Here's a look at the laws and enforcing bodies for wildlife protection in India.

Uma Athale

05 Sep 2019 • 3 min read

Illegal Wildlife Trade in India: Asian Elephants

From intricate artwork to signature seals, the demand for elephant ivory only seems to be growing. What is unseen, however, is its catastrophic consequence!

Uma Athale

01 Sep 2019 • 3 min read