Ecological Association of Sri Lanka - EASL

24/03/2026

Celebrating my 2nd year on Facebook. Thank you for your continuing support. I could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

25/02/2026

Shaping the Future of Environmental Law in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰🌿

Today, the Ecological Association of Sri Lanka (EASL) participated in a critical technical consultation held at the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) Head Office in Battaramulla.

As the government moves to amend the National Environmental Act, we joined fellow environmental NGOs to provide technical expertise and ensure that the new amendments prioritize ecosystem integrity and sustainable protection.

Stronger laws mean a greener future. We are committed to ensuring that Sri Lanka’s legislative framework evolves to meet the environmental challenges of today and tomorrow.

📍 Central Environmental Authority, Battaramulla.
📅 February 25, 2026

04/11/2025

Limited copies are available
"Flowers in Horton Plains"
Published & First print - 2016
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21/10/2025

03/09/2025

Educating the community about freshwater fish in Sri Lanka and discussing conservation strategies. Hettipola Hamathenna and Sulugune Village. Ecological Association of Sri Lanka in collaboration with the Ceylon Electricity Board and the Asian Development Bank.

19/08/2025

The Fishing Cat is a medium-sized wild cat found in Sri Lanka’s wetlands, mangroves, riversides, and paddy fields. It is Endangered nationally due to habitat loss, road kills, and human conflict.

Size: 6–16 kg, stocky body, grey coat with dark spots, partially webbed feet for swimming.
Diet: Mainly fish, but also frogs, crabs, rodents, and sometimes poultry.
Behavior: Nocturnal, solitary, excellent swimmer, uses wetlands as its main habitat.
Breeding: Year-round, 1–4 kittens per litter.
Threats: Wetland destruction (urbanization & agriculture), road kills, pollution, and poultry conflict.
Protection: Fully protected by law; conservation projects active in Colombo wetlands and other areas.

👉 It is a keystone wetland predator, vital for maintaining balance in aquatic ecosystems.

19/07/2025

We are proud to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Professor Kithsiri Bandara Ranawana on being conferred the prestigious title of Professor Emeritus by the University of Peradeniya, in recognition of his exceptional and dedicated service to the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science.

Professor Ranawana has made invaluable contributions to academic research, wildlife conservation, and higher education in Sri Lanka over several decades. His commitment to advancing zoological sciences and mentoring future generations of scientists has left a lasting legacy at the University and beyond.

We are especially honored that Professor Ranawana serves as the Honorary Treasurer of Ecological Association of Sri Lanka, and we take this opportunity to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of his lifelong work and distinguished achievements.

https://sci.pdn.ac.lk/emeritus-professors.php
https://sci.pdn.ac.lk/zoology/academic-staff.php

29/06/2025

Field research and community development activities carried out by the field experts of the Ecological Association in the Panwila Udugoda Grama Niladari Division. These activities were organized under the GEF 7 project by Udugoda women association.