The Vanishing Aravalli

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One of the oldest mountains of the subcontinent, the Aravalli play a significant role in arresting the onslaught of the deserts from western Rajasthan and beyond, apart from preserving the rich cultur...
The unique climatic and edaphic characteristics of India assist biological invasion by alien species like the vilayati keekar that damage native diversity. Control methods for eradicating the species...
One of the oldest mountains of the subcontinent, the Aravalli play a significant role in arresting the onslaught of the deserts from western Rajasthan and beyond, apart from preserving the rich cultural heritage. Critically, the ranges also recharge the depleting aquifers of the region.
The unique climatic and edaphic characteristics of India assist biological invasion by alien species like the vilayati keekar that damage native diversity. Control methods for eradicating the species have proved futile. Although the biocontrol efficiency of Cuscuta reflexa has been established, the agent requires further trials for successful deployment.