Every spring, the Eastern Himalayas burst into carpets of vibrant blooming rhododendrons, inviting birds and bees for a nectar feast. Unfortunately, these flowers are extremely sensitive to unpredictable weather. Will they survive our changing climate?
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Pradeep Hegde
is a conservation filmmaker and a wildlife cameraman with a passion for solution-based storytelling. He also produces films and works in close collaboration with various on-ground conservation teams.
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