Zoo Outreach Organisation, with support from BOSCH, is working on a wetland restoration project in Coimbatore. We're focusing on the Nallusamy Checkdam and Sambrani Kuttai in Keeranatham. Our goal is to bring these urban wetlands back to life and help people understand why they're important.
We finished the first phase of our project in March 2024. During this time, we studied the plants and animals living in the area and talked to local people about the wetlands.
Now, we're in the second phase of our project. The most exciting thing we're doing is creating Coimbatore's first native plant nursery. This nursery will grow plants that naturally belong in our local wetlands. These plants will be used to restore the area in the future.
We're also:
- Keeping track of the wildlife in the wetlands
- Teaching people about why wetlands are important
- Involving BOSCH volunteers
Our project brings together scientists, local community members, and BOSCH volunteers.
