Ebony Trees: Valuable Endemic Timber
Imagine walking through the dry forests of Sri Lanka's Dry Zone, where ancient trees stand tall with dense crowns hiding a treasure that's been valued...
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Sachini Wickramasinghe
Nature & Wildlife Writer
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Sachini writes about Sri Lanka's wildlife, biodiversity, and natural heritage. She covers endemic species, national parks, conservation efforts, and the island's remarkable natural world.
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I write to help people appreciate and protect Sri Lanka's incredible biodiversity.
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Rusty-Spotted Cat: World's Smallest Wild Cat
Sri Lanka is home to one of the world's most elusive and fascinating creatures—the rusty-spotted cat, a tiny predator that weighs less than a bag of s...
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Toque Macaque: Sri Lanka's Most Common Monkey
The toque macaque is Sri Lanka's most iconic and widespread primate, found across our island in forests ranging from coastal lowlands to misty highlan...
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Kandyan Dwarf Toad: Cloud Forest Amphibian
Sri Lanka's cloud forests hide one of the world's rarest amphibians—a tiny toad that vanished for over a century before making an extraordinary comeba...
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KPMG Budget 2026 Insights: Key Impacts on Sri Lankan Corporate Reserves
As corporate leaders in Sri Lanka navigate the uncertainties of 2026, KPMG's sharp analysis of the Budget reveals critical shifts that could reshape h...
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Sri Lankan Flying Snake: Gliding Reptile
Sri Lanka is home to one of nature's most remarkable reptiles—the Sri Lankan flying snake (Chrysopelea taprobanica), a creature that defies what we ty...
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Corporate ESG Reporting in Sri Lanka: Mandatory Rules and Best Practices 2026
As global investors increasingly demand transparency on how businesses manage environmental risks and social impacts, Sri Lankan companies are steppin...
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Bandarawela Town Guide: Local Hill Country Hub Near Ella
Bandarawela might not be the first name that comes to mind when you're planning a hill country trip, but this charming town at 1,200 metres above sea...
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Uda Walawe Elephant Transit Home
If you're planning a visit to one of Sri Lanka's most meaningful wildlife experiences, the Uda Walawe Elephant Transit Home offers something truly spe...
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Why Sri Lanka Has One of the Highest Endemism Rates
Sri Lanka punches well above its weight when it comes to biodiversity. Despite being a relatively small island nation, we're home to some of the rares...
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The Knuckles Conservation Forest Ecosystem
Deep in Sri Lanka's Central Highlands lies one of the world's most remarkable ecosystems—the Knuckles Conservation Forest. This UNESCO World Heritage...
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The Role of Elephants in Ecosystem Engineering
Elephants aren't just magnificent creatures that capture our imagination—they're also ecosystem engineers that fundamentally shape the landscapes they...
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