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Excited to Be Part of WildHub – Let's Collaborate on Wildlife Conservation!

My name is Asmita Ranapaheli, I hold a Master’s in Zoology, specializing in Ecology and Environment from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. My research focuses on freshwater turtles and tortoises. Currently, I’m involved as an Intern in the Small Mammals Conservation and Research Foundation (SMCRF).
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Asmita Ranapaheli
Research Intern, Small Mammal Conservation and Research Foundation
Excited to Be Part of WildHub – Let's Collaborate on Wildlife Conservation!
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As an early-career conservationist, my focus lies in freshwater biodiversity conservation, particularly around freshwater turtles and tortoises. My Master’s thesis, which investigated the Indian Peacock Softshell Turtle in eastern Nepal, was supported by grants from the Turtle Conservation Fund and Chelonian Research Fund. I am also a Commission Member of the IUCN SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group (2021–2025).

I am particularly interested in the intersection of conservation biology and community-based approaches to ensure sustainable, long-term conservation outcomes. Beyond research, I have skills in scientific writing, data analysis (using R and QGIS), and project management. I’m always eager to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for biodiversity and conservation efforts.

Please feel free to reach out if you’d like to collaborate or simply chat about conservation initiatives. I look forward to learning from and contributing to this community.

Best regards,
Asmita Ranapaheli
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Asmita Ranapaheli (She/Her)
Research Intern, Small Mammal Conservation and Research Foundation

I’m Asmita Ranapaheli, a passionate turtle researcher with a Master’s degree in Ecology and Environment from Tribhuvan University. My work is driven by a belief that conservation thrives on collaboration. By uniting diverse voices and expertise, we can create innovative, sustainable solutions to protect habitats, empower communities, and safeguard endangered species.

In addition to my research, I run Respite, a YouTube channel where I bring the wonders of wildlife, plants, and zoology to a wider audience. Through captivating and accessible content, I aim to inspire curiosity, foster a deeper connection with nature, and highlight the urgent need for biodiversity conservation in an increasingly fragile world. 

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Thirza Loffeld
2 months ago

A warm welcome to WildHub, Asmita! Wonderful to have you join us and thank you for sharing about your background. 

Perhaps of interest to you could be our WildHub Community Advocate role here, which can be a great experience for networking as well as shaping and supporting the conversations in our global community.

Alternatively, we have our Conservation Catalyst programme here, which can be a great experience for networking as well as sharing other people’s learnings. 

Also, I would recommend joining our member Social events (dates here) which is a great way to get to know other members. 

Let us know if you have any questions. 

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Asmita Ranapaheli
2 months ago

Dear Thirza,

Thank you for the warm welcome! I’m excited to be part of WildHub. The Community Advocate role and Conservation Catalyst programme both sound like great opportunities, and I’m interested in learning more about them. I’ll also check out the member Social events.

Thanks again, and I’ll reach out if I have any questions!

Best regards,
Asmita Ranapaheli

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Flavia Manieri
2 months ago

Welcome to WildHub, Asmita! Great to have you on board. I am sure your knowledge and experience will be an asset to our community. 

Please feel free to drop us a message should you have any questions. 

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Asmita Ranapaheli
2 months ago

Dear Flavia,

Thank you so much for the warm welcome! I’m excited to be part of the WildHub community. I look forward to contributing, learning, and sharing insights from my experiences in wildlife conservation.

I appreciate your support and will certainly reach out if I have any questions.

Best regards,
Asmita Ranapaheli

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Amanda Mendonça Ferreira de Andrade e Silva
about 2 months ago

Welcome to the community, Asmita! 🌿 Your dedication to freshwater biodiversity and passion for community-based conservation approaches are truly commendable. It's fantastic to see your work supported by grants and recognized by the IUCN SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group.

With expertise in scientific writing, data analysis (R and QGIS), and project management, your contributions will undoubtedly enrich our conversations here. We’re also curious about your efforts in bringing conservation stories to a broader audience through Respite—what inspired you to start the channel, and how do you think storytelling impacts conservation?

Looking forward to collaborating and learning from your experiences! 🌍✨

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