A. J. T. Johnsingh
A.J.T. Johnsingh | |
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| Born | Asir Jawahar Thomas Johnsingh 14 October 1945 |
| Died | 7 June 2024 (aged 78) |
| Occupation(s) | Scientist, Wildlife Institute of India. |
| Children | Mike & Mervin |
Asir Jawahar Thomas Johnsingh (14 October 1945 – 7 June 2024) was an Indian vertebrate ecologist from Tamil Nadu.[1] Johnsingh's study of the Dhole in Bandipur National Park was the first study of a free-ranging animal by an Indian scientist.[2]
He was born in Nagercoil and was an advisor to the Ministry of Environment and Forests. He wrote several books on wildlife conservation.[3][4]
He received a Padma Shri award and received various other distinguished awards including the $100,000 ABN AMRO Award.[5]
References[edit]
- ^ ""Meet Dr. A.J.T. Johnsingh"". Sanctuaryasia.com. Retrieved 16 August 2018.
- ^ "Dr. AJT Johnsingh - Leading the Way". Jungle Lodges & Resorts. 31 May 2014. Archived from the original on 6 June 2014. Retrieved 6 June 2014.
- ^ ""Of tribals and tigers..."". Thehindubusinessline.com. Retrieved 16 August 2018.
- ^ "Batting for the precious Ghats". The Hindu. 23 July 2012. Retrieved 30 July 2018.
- ^ ""ABN Amro salutes `earth heroes' "". Thehindubusinessline.com. Retrieved 16 August 2018.
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