Preserve the tree of life passage
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I have spent all my life in a place that nestles in the lap of the eastern Himalayas in north Bengal.
The eastern Himalayas are a very important biodiversity hotspot and extremely rich in its
diversity of flora and fauna. The lives and cultures of people are traditionally rooted in nature
because of that and I have been lucky to be a part of that. My recent move to Delhi replaced the
green forests of Darjeeling to the concrete jungles of a city.
In front of my house is a fairly large tree. This tree is what helps me maintain my sanity!
Everyday, I watch the tree and the life it supports. I have found that it is alive, vibrant and totally
rejuvenating. The tree is home to a variety of birds, insects and animals, all so intricately
connected with the world of the tree. Interestingly, the tree is a friend of cattle too, as a cowshed
is situated next to it. The cows lie under the cool of the tree and birds come and peck their body
keeping them free of all parasites. And there are two pairs of squirrels merrily running up and
down the tree.
The tree is also a garbage collection point. In case of spills the dogs clean up the food waste and
the remaining is taken care of by birds and insects.
Urban planning
Inspired by the tree, I thought I too should invite birds to my little home. My friend and I have
placed an earthen pot with cool water and rice grains on the balcony. Watching the birds is
invigorating and soul touching.
Answer:
I have spent all my life in a place that nestles in the lap of the eastern Himalayas in north Bengal.
The eastern Himalayas are a very important biodiversity hotspot and extremely rich in its
diversity of flora and fauna. The lives and cultures of people are traditionally rooted in nature
because of that and I have been lucky to be a part of that. My recent move to Delhi replaced the
green forests of Darjeeling to the concrete jungles of a city.
In front of my house is a fairly large tree. This tree is what helps me maintain my sanity!
Everyday, I watch the tree and the life it supports. I have found that it is alive, vibrant and totally
rejuvenating. The tree is home to a variety of birds, insects and animals, all so intricately
connected with the world of the tree. Interestingly, the tree is a friend of cattle too, as a cowshed
is situated next to it. The cows lie under the cool of the tree and birds come and peck their body
keeping them free of all parasites. And there are two pairs of squirrels merrily running up and
down the tree.
The tree is also a garbage collection point. In case of spills the dogs clean up the food waste and
the remaining is taken care of by birds and insects.
Urban planning
Inspired by the tree, I thought I too should invite birds to my little home. My friend and I have
placed an earthen pot with cool water and rice grains on the balcony. Watching the birds is
invigorating and soul touching.
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