India: Preserving the biodiversity of Myristica swamps

In Karnataka's Western Ghats, sacred traditions and science unite to protect rare Myristica swamp forests. Custodians like Sripad Bhat preserve these wetlands through rituals, while researchers highlight their role in filtering water and sheltering endangered species. Reforestation and policy changes are helping restore biodiversity — but locals warn that cultural heritage must also be safeguarded.

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