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Facts about Ngorongoro Crater National Park in Tanzania: #tanztrust #tanzania #hospitality #safari #tanztravely Location: Ngorongoro Crater is located in the northern part of Tanzania, within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Formation: The Ngorongoro Crater is the world's largest intact and unfilled volcanic caldera, formed by the collapse of a large volcano millions of years ago. Wildlife: The crater is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros), as well as large populations of wildebeest, zebras, hyenas, and various species of antelope. Maasai People: The Maasai people, semi-nomadic pastoralists, coexist with wildlife in the area. Their traditional way of life is deeply intertwined with the land and its wildlife. Conservation: The Ngorongoro Conservation Area was established in 1959 to protect the wildlife and ecosystem of the area while allowing the Maasai people to continue their traditional way of life. Safari Destination: Ngorongoro Crater is a popular destination for safari tours, offering visitors the chance to witness the abundant wildlife in a unique and picturesque setting. Scenery: The crater boasts stunning landscapes, with grasslands, forests, and a central soda lake that attracts large flocks of flamingos during the dry season. Accessibility: The crater is accessible by road from Arusha, the gateway to many northern Tanzanian safari destinations, making it a convenient stop for travelers exploring the region. Cultural Importance: In addition to its natural beauty and wildlife, the Ngorongoro Crater holds cultural significance as a symbol of coexistence between humans and nature, exemplified by the harmonious relationship between the Maasai people and the wildlife that inhabit the area. Official website: https://www.ncaa.go.tz

Bruguiera sexangula (Local name : Kakra) is an exclusive mangrove inhabitant, possesses a unique ability: the capacity to thrive in high saline zones while demonstrating rapid growth in moderate saline zones. Salinity, as we know, plays a critical role in shaping the characteristics of coastal ecosystems. Bruguiera sexangula exhibited a versatile germination behavior, adapting itself to different salinity conditions. It not only demonstrated a remarkable tolerance for high saline environments but also exhibited the ability to flourish at a more moderate salinity range. This adaptive capability underscores the species' resilience and its potential significance in coastal ecosystem management and restoration efforts.

I visited the Dhofar region (Salalah Oman), the biodiversity hotspot of the Arabian Peninsula. As an Explorer, cosmologist, and Ethnoecologist, I compiled a very good article about the biodiversity and landscape diversity of the region. I highlighted the very hidden areas of the ecosystem and the relationship between biotic players. I'm sure, you will learn much from this article. #camel #landscape #biodiversity #Salalah #Oman https://lnkd.in/di2ifvDj

The majestic mountains of Sikkim, once adorned with vibrant greenery, now weep smoke as wildfires ravage its precious forests. These infernos not only devour the lungs of our planet, but also threaten the rich biodiversity and livelihoods of local communities. We can't let the flames steal the beauty and ecological balance of Sikkim. It's time to take action! Together, through responsible practices, sustainable living, and supporting conservation efforts, we can prevent future wildfires and preserve the mountain majesty of Sikkim for generations to come. Let's rise to the challenge and ensure a future where Sikkim's skies are blue again. #SaveSikkimForests #StopForestFires #ProtectOurPlanet #ClimateActionNow #NineOrg

#OrangutanGuardians, based on Profauna.net, there are around 200 species of primates, 40 of which can be found in Indonesia. Sadly, 70% of the primates in Indonesia is threatened with extinction due to habitat loss, poaching, or illegal trade. In 2000, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) published the list of 25 most threatened primates in the world. Among the 25 listed species, 4 of them are Indonesian primates: Sumatran Orangutan (Pongo abelii), Siau Island Tarsier (Tarsius tumpara), Javan Slow Loris (Nycticebus javanicus), and Pig-tailed Langur (Simias concolor). Those primates will be vanished from the earth if there is no real effort to save them. On January 30 th 2001, ProFauna’s activists toured campaigns throughout Java and Bali called the "Primate Freedom Tour". During the tour, activists promoted primate conservation to the public in many cities. The campaign then inspired other people or communities to hold similar campaigns across throughout the country. This is what made January 30 chosen as the Indonesian Primate Day. Embracing the beauty of biodiversity on Indonesian Primate Day 2024. Let's unite to protect and conserve these incredible beings, fostering harmony between nature and humanity. #OrangutanInformationCentre #yosloic #HariPrimataIndonesia #IndonesianPrimateDay #PrimataKitaLuarBiasa #IndonesiaBiodiversity

Meet the Malayan Porcupine (Hystrix brachyura), a native of Nepal, India and Bangladesh, China, and Southeast Asia including Thailand and Singapore. The Malayan Porcupine is also found in Indonesia, where it is known as ‘Landak Raya’. It is one of the 78 mammal species identified in the Restorasi Ekosistem Riau (RER) area of the Kampar Peninsula through camera traps and field observation. Although the species is listed as Least Concern (LC) conservation status by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the Malayan Porcupine is considered quite rare and known to be extremely elusive, especially as it is active almost entirely at night, like in these still images from our camera traps! #ExploreRER #Biodiversity #fornature #naturebasedsolution #generationrestoration #porcupine #landak #cameratrap

Baobab trees in Tanzania can rightfully claim they've seen it all!😌 Why? They've been there not just for a few years or decades, but for 30-40 centuries now! 🤯 Describing these huge structures in fewer words is easy - they're like giant succulents! 🌳 And just like succulents, these trees do more than adding breathtaking visual appeal to the landscape. 🥰 How? ✅ Retaining moisture in the roots and being the source for water for animals. ✅ Offering shade and branches as homes to the diverse species of birds in the savannah. ✅ Providing food to animals in the form of seeds. ✅ Letting elephants sharpen their tusks against the trunk of the tree. ✅ Producing leaves that can be crushed and used as herbs. So not only have these trees seen it all, they do it all as well! 💯 No wonder Tanzanians call them the 'tree of life!🙌 #safari #safariafrica #wildlifesafari #africasafari #luxurysafari #scarfacepride #tourafrica #travel #travelgram #safarirules #baobabtrees #tanzania #tanzaniasafari #tarangirenationalpark

Do you know Karomia gigas tree? It’s not only one of the rarest trees in the world’s, but also the most endangered in Africa. This species is believed to exist only in Tanzania now, but it used to grow in Kenya too. Sadly, there are only small population left, with less than 20 individuals of Karomia gigas remaining. The species is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Karomia gigas is a tall tree that produces large, oval, papery seeds and a perfect target for timber, the species doesn’t have a known common name in English, Swahili, or the local language. Overall, little is known about this species.🌳#conservation #conservationeducation #conservationefforts #endangeredspecies #iucn