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Celebrating World Wildlife Day in Sri Lanka-by Kalani-eLanka Image Source:Pixabay As Sri Lanka joins the global community in celebrating World Wildlife Day on March 3rd, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the island nation’s rich biodiversity and the importance of preserving it for future generations. From majestic elephants and elusive leopards to colorful birds and diverse marine life, Sri Lanka boasts an extraordinary array of wildlife that contributes to its ecological, cultural, and economic well-being. Situated at the crossroads of biodiversity hotspots, Sri Lanka is home to an astonishing variety of flora and fauna. Its tropical rainforests, lush wetlands, pristine beaches, and vibrant coral reefs provide habitats for thousands of species, many of which are found nowhere else on Earth. However, rapid urbanization, habitat loss, poaching, and climate change pose significant threats to this precious natural heritage. ...