Living with Saltwater Crocodiles: Human Safety, Ecosystem Management and Conservation in the Sundarbans
In Dhangmari, Bangladesh, the Sundarbans, the world’s largest contiguous mangrove forest, lies directly alongside the village, shaping the lives and livelihoods of people who depend on its rivers, tidal creeks and forest resources. For many communities, the waterways are not simply part of the natural landscape; they are a source of food, income and everyday survival. For 60-year-old Suchitra Sardar, these waters have provided a livelihood for decades. After her husband and son passed away, she became the only earner in a household of two, herself and her daughter-in-law. Each day, she enters the shallow waters and creeks near her … Continue reading