Sanctuary Asia


The Sanctuary Nature Foundation’s flagship Sanctuary Asia magazine founded and edited by Bittu Sahgal has been in continuous publication since 1981 and remains India's leading and best-loved magazine in its genre. Browse through select articles from our past issues.
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The Forest (Conservation) Amendme...
A juggernaut for ecological destruction.

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The Fall and Rise of the Andaman...
A dive into the complex relationship between the islanders and the mangroves, and exploration of the aftermath of the catastrophic 2004 tsunami.

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Ladakhi By Nature
Ladakhi by Nature Phuntsog Dolma writes about her home region, and its biodiversity and people, and the dedicated efforts required to preserve this stunning.

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The European Bison: A Harbinger F...
A 170-strong herd of European bison is transforming the meadows and forests of the Tarcu mountains in Romania. New research reveals the resultant capture.

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Unpacking the Criminal World of W...
From venomous snakes to baby otters, capuchin monkeys to lizards, the scale of illegal wildlife trafficking is unimaginable. Trishala Ashok documents the trade.

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The Nyishi, The Forest And Life
“When a tiger dies, the entire village must be informed. The rapeh ritual must be conducted.” Upayan Chatterjee speaks to people of the Nyishi tribe about.

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The Musical World of Frogs - Are...
The Musical World of Frogs – Are We Listening? One of the surest signs of the onset of monsoon is the incessant croaking of frogs and toads. Anurans vocalise.

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Love at First Sight.
Bittu Sahgal on his first tiger, and how it inspired him to create an ocean of green warriors.

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Take Action - May 2024
Pollution, encroachment and overextraction is causing a freshwater crisis.

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Inbox - May 2024
Letters from you!

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Quiet Kingdoms - May 2024
The hidden life of plants and fungi!

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Kids for Tigers Update - May 2024
The nationwide effort of Sanctuary and school kids to save the wild tiger and its habitat.

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