The Enigma of Sundarbans: Exploring the World’s Largest Mangrove Ecosystem

The Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a biodiversity hotspot, is grappling with rising threats from illegal deer hunting and unchecked plastic pollution. Poachers targeting the chital deer are destabilizing the forest's delicate food chain, while plastic waste endangers aquatic life and mangrove ecosystems. This dual assault jeopardizes the habitat of iconic species, including the Bengal tiger. Environmentalists urge stricter enforcement and sustainable practices to preserve this global treasure, vital for combating climate change and protecting endangered species.
Source: Dhaka Tribune, BSS News