I graduated in Agriculture Science with Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences. Worked on pollination ecology of Lamiaceae species for my masters and presently working on phenological aspects in Ficus species for my PhD. Nature’s diversity has always attracted and prompted me to work beyond my regular academics. My interests are related to all life forms from microbes to mammals, especially birds and insects. Also, sharing and gathering knowledge has been a continuous process, result of which I have had several opportunities to interact with people from different walks of life from students to researchers and farmers. Currently, I write blogs to popularize science in Kannada. Email: hareesha@ncf-india.org