About the Book: Communities, Biodiversity and Conservation of Similipal
The book Communities, Biodiversity, and Conservation of Similipal consists of
17 chapters that cover a wide range of topics, including animal and plant
biology, community ecology, bioprospecting, and conservation in and around
Similipal. It explores the complex relationship between local communities and
biodiversity conservation within the Similipal Biosphere Reserve in Odisha,
India. The book examines how indigenous tribal communities depend on the reserve
for their livelihoods, traditional healing practices, and health. It also
highlights Similipals rich animal and plant diversity, emphasizing their
economic and ethnomedicinal significance. Ultimately, the book aims to showcase
the immense potential of Similipal and its