Kanniyakumari Nature Foundation

Muthukulivayal Kanniyakumari wildlife sanctuary

Protecting the natural world by nurturing compassion towards wildlife.

Spiders of India
A gallery of spiders found in India with their names.
KNF get together
KNF organized a gathering for wildlife volunteers who have actively participated in KNF events. Held inside a private property near the Muppandhal area, the location is owned by the Dhonavur Fellowship Trust, which has dedicated the land to wildlife conservation. The evening was dedicated to exploring this last remaining wilderness.
Wetland Day Celebrated in Kanniyakumari with School Children
On February 2nd, 2024, the Kanniyakumari Nature Foundation (KNF), along with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the Forest Department of Tamil Nadu, organized an awareness program for 75 government school children in celebration of World Wetland Day.
Mission Iyarkai Camp Program
The initiative entails adhering to a curriculum crafted by WWF India, commencing with the establishment of a green committee by students. Subsequently, students are tasked with conducting a school audit, surveying biodiversity on their school premises, and engaging with the local community. To foster active participation, the Kanniyakumari Nature Foundation has been enlisted as the local partner for the project.
Discovery of Bioluminescent Mushroom in Kanniyakumari Wildlife Sanctuary
During a monsoon expedition within the protected area of Kanyakumari…
Glass Bottle Cleanup in Forest Areas
The impact of human activities on natural ecosystems is an…
KK Wilderness Explorer program
The KK Wilderness Explorer program, initiated by the Kanniyakumari Forest Department, aims to introduce school students to the rich biodiversity of the Kanniyakumari district. Collaborating as a knowledge partner in this endeavor is the Kanniyakumari Nature Foundation. The program commenced on September 16th with the participation of 33 students and two school teachers.
Wild Kumari Photo Expo 2023
The Kanniyakumari Nature Foundation (KNF) is dedicated to promoting and conserving the rich biodiversity of the Kanyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India. To further our cause and raise awareness about the biodiversity in the Kanyakumari Wildlife Sanctuary, we organized a unique and significant event – a Photo Expo at the Kanyakumari Eco Park.
Why moths are drawn towards light ?
Moths are nocturnal insects and are attracted to light sources at night. This behavior, known as positive phototaxis, is a natural instinct for moths, and there are several theories about why it occurs.
Tetrapods in Kanniyakumari beaches – Do we really need them ?
Tetrapods are concrete structures designed to protect coastlines from erosion by reducing the impact of waves and currents. They are shaped like pyramids or tetrahedrons, and they are placed along the shoreline to create a barrier that absorbs the energy of incoming waves and redistributes it in different directions.
Parakeet rehabilitation in Udayagiri fort
A month back DFO of Kanniyakumari Mr. M. Ilayaraja made…
Terrestrial Bird Census in Kanniyakumari district – March 5 2023
Synchronized bird survey was conducted all over Tamil nadu on March 4,5 2023. Previously Synchronized bird survey for wetlands was conducted on February. This time it was a terrestrial bird census and in Kanniyakumari this was conducted by the Forest Department , co-ordinated by Kanniyakumari Nature Foundation.