“Prakriti” in Sanskrit means Nature
“prakritinepal.com“ is a blog that features the flora and fauna found in Nepal.
I am Ajay Narsingh Rana, a wildlife and adventure photographer, and I created this blog to showcase the stunning flora and fauna of Nepal.
While photography and documentation are indeed enjoyable pursuits that later turned into a profession, I realized in 2012 that there were limited online resources available in Nepal for people to learn about and identify the natural subjects they encountered. The few resources that did exist were difficult to access and understand.
In 2015, I launched this blog with the aim of bringing together nature enthusiasts, wildlife lovers, students, and the general public to observe, identify, and appreciate Nepal’s rich biodiversity. The documented photos are all shot in the wild in Nepal.
Since then, the online repository of flora and fauna has steadily grown and improved. I regularly update the information on various species and accompany these updates with fresh photographs. This long-term, self-funded project aims to encompass all species of flora and fauna found in Nepal, making this valuable repository freely accessible to everyone.
You can support my work by purchasing prints or by buying me a coffee through the orange button at the bottom left of the page.
I welcome your valuable suggestions and feedback on any errors that may occur in my posts. Please feel free to share your thoughts with me.
ABOUT ME
For over fifteen years, I have pursued a freelance portfolio career driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of perfection. My passions lie in nature, adventure, and creativity, which form the cornerstone of my expertise. Currently, I work as an independent photographer and videographer, dedicating myself to capturing the wonders of wildlife, nature, and adventure activities.
To share my passion for Nepal’s rich flora and fauna, I maintain a blog at prakritinepal.com. Additionally, I organize and lead mountain bike trips in the majestic Himalayas. Many of my endeavors are seasonal and brief, so I also contribute articles on nature and conservation to print media. Moreover, I serve as a Wilderness First Aid instructor and an Elite National Mountain Bike Commissaire for mountain bike races.
In the Himalayas, I work as a wilderness first responder during races and provide consultation for outdoor programs and mountain bike events. Drawing from my extensive experience as a former coach for the National Cycling Team in Nepal for over a decade, I offer guidance to individuals seeking to enhance their riding skills. Having worked in and experienced the adventure scene in Nepal, I organize Nepal Adventure Expo every autumn in Kathmandu.
Transforming my passions into a profession has been a true blessing, and I am genuinely in love with what I do. My focus remains on continual learning as I strive to broaden my horizons every single day.
PUBLICATIONS
Sangrila (Nepal Airlines In-flight Magazine) (March 2024)
Title: Birds of Kathmandu Valley
Mongabay (27 December 2022)
Photos for the article titled: Himalayan community takes initiative to help dogs, wildlife and itself
Nepali Times #1134 ( 4-10 November 2022)
Cover photo: Smoke Screen
Nepali Times #1061 ( 14-20 May 2021)
Title: Nature’s fragile gift to Nepal
A visual story regarding the fragile ecosystem we have in Nepal and its importance.
Nepali Times #1022 ( 7-13 August 2020)
Title: It’s a small world
Encounters in the small world during the COVID19 lockdown.
Republica “The Week” ( 26 October 2018)
Title: The Unnoticed
Photo feature on the importance of insects.
The Kathmandu Post (28 July 2018)
Title: Karnali: Walking on either side
A trek from Rara National Park to Khaptad National Park
The Kathmandu Post (6 January 2018)
Title: A Wild Year
Summary of what I saw in 2018
Nepali Times #816 (8-14 July 2016)
Title: Managing Dogs in Manang
Photo Story on neutering dogs and cats in Himalayan regions
Republica “The Week” (July 2015)
Title: Tiny Beauties
Article and Macro photos of insects
The Kathmandu Post (September 2011)
Title: Photo Contest “Gardens”
Won the photo contest titled “Gardens” with the photo which had an Oriental Garden Lizard basking in the morning sun with a Beetle on its head.