Translated By Uma Satheesan

Prof.K.K.Neelakantan the most famous ornithologist of Kerala has devoted his life to environmental activities especially to the sphere of ornithology. He is better known by his pseudonym Induchoodan. He wrote a considerable amount of books and articles with a sustainable approach. He was always engaged in Birds watching. His prime title ‘The Birds of Kerala’ is a classical work in this area. This Magnum opus has influenced not only the generations of general readers but also the creative writers of Malayalam.