Salim Ali was born in a wealthy family in Mumbai, India, on November 12, 1896. He was interested in birds from a young age.
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His legacy lives on through the Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History, which was established in his honor, and through the many protected areas and sanctuaries dedicated to bird and wildlife conservation. In summary, Dr. Salim Ali’s life and achievements had a lasting impact on the study and conservation of birds, both in India and internationally. His dedication to nature and conservation made him one of the most influential figures in Indian environmental history.
He studied at Aligarh Muslim University and later at the University of Bombay. His formal education was in the sciences, but he eventually chose to focus on ornithology, despite limited academic training in the field. He was largely self-taught, learning through observation and research.
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He was a passionate advocate for bird conservation and the preservation of natural habitats. He worked closely with various organizations, including the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), and was instrumental in the creation of bird sanctuaries and the protection of endangered species.
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