On February 22nd, 2025, the Scouts of Chilaw, with the support of the Lanka Mangrove Museum, organized a successful beach cleaning project at the Chilaw Beach area! 🧹🌴 Together, they worked hard to remove waste, helping restore the beauty of the coastline while raising awareness about the importance of keeping our beaches clean. 🗑️✨
Earth Protectors: Scouts of Chilaw Lead Successful Beach Cleanup Read More »
On February 22nd, 2025, the Teenage and Environmental Youth Society at the Lanka Mangrove Museum dedicated their day to learning and growth! 📚✨ The members engaged in informative teaching lessons focused on environmental conservation, the importance of mangrove ecosystems, and practical ways to protect nature. 🌊🌳
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We were delighted to welcome visitors from Italy to the Lanka Mangrove Museum! 🇮🇹✨ They explored our interactive exhibits, learned about the vital role of mangroves in protecting coastal ecosystems, and discovered the importance of conservation efforts.
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Monkeys, though not traditionally considered primary pollinators like bees or butterflies, can play a role in pollination, particularly in tropical and subtropical ecosystems. This process is known as therophily, which refers to pollination by non-flying mammals.
Yes, Monkeys Help with Pollination! You Heard It Right! Read More »
A tourist from Germany 🇩🇪 on her journey through Sri Lanka. She was deeply fascinated by our exhibits and showed great interest in learning about the importance of mangrove conservation.
German tourist Explores the Beauty of Lanka Mangrove Museum! Read More »
Discover Arothron stellatus – the starry pufferfish. Learn about its life cycle, habitat, diet, defense mechanisms, and role in marine ecosystems.
Arothron stellatus – The Starry Pufferfish Read More »
The longhorn cowfish (Lactoria cornuta), also known as the horned boxfish, is a fascinating and uniquely shaped marine species belonging to the family Ostraciidae. Recognized by its long, protruding horns and box-like body, this fish is a striking example of nature’s ingenuity. Found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific, the longhorn cowfish is known for its slow yet graceful movement, defensive adaptations, and intriguing behaviors.
Longhorn Cowfish: The Horned Boxfish of the Ocean Read More »
The Lanka Mangrove Museum recently welcomed a group of 46 students and 3 staff members from Ocean University of Sri Lanka for an educational visit focused on the importance of mangrove ecosystems and conservation.
The visit commenced with an informative video documentary, providing the students with a foundational understanding of the critical role that mangroves play in coastal protection, biodiversity conservation, and climate resilience. The video highlighted key aspects of mangrove ecosystems, including their ability to act as natural barriers against coastal erosion and their contribution to carbon sequestration.
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On February 6, 2025, the Lanka Mangrove Museum (LMM) welcomed a group of teachers and 27 students from Pasdunrata National College of Education, Kalutara. The visit was a part of their educational field study, aimed at enhancing their understanding of mangrove ecosystems and their significance in environmental conservation.
Students from Pasdunrata National College on their Education Visit Read More »
On February 5, 2025, an important awareness workshop was conducted for Grama Niladaries from the Puttalam District, specifically those enrolled in the Mundalam and Archchikattuwa Divisional Secretariats. The workshop aimed to educate local government officers on forest law and the crucial role of mangrove conservation in environmental protection and sustainable development.
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