Mumbai's biodiversity map is now interactive

New Delhi, July 1 A unique Interactive Biodiversity Map presented by The Ministry of Mumbai's Magic aims to inspire and educate the citizens of Mumbai about the city's rich biodiversity. It was launched on Wednesday. Illustrated by well-known cartoonist, Rohan Chakravarty, a.k.a Green Humour, whose artworks are inspired by themes of wildlife conservation, the map highlights the biodiversity that thrives in Mumbai's Metropolitan region.

The map is being launched with the objective to invigorate a sense of ownership amongst Mumbaikars to take responsibility towards protecting and fostering their city's biodiversity.

First launched in 2020 as a static map, the new interactive map will document different species with clickable features that present details of the species, their habitats and their conservation status. The map covers the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and the water bodies of Thane Creek, Mahim Bay, Vasai Creek and the Arabian Sea. Highlighting 17 species of flora and 78 species of fauna, the map also emphasizes the interdependence of the Indigenous Communities Adivasis and Kolis on the local biodiversity for their livelihoods.

Mumba's Ministry of Magic