SHRI SHIVAJI SCIENCE COLLEGE, AMRAVATI
DBT STAR COLLEGE PROJECT ACTIVITY
ACTIVITY REPORT
Visit to Zoological survey of India,WRC,Pune
Activity Dates: 20-22 March 2025
Type of Activity: Other
Organizing Department: Department of Zoology
Program Coordinators: Dr.G.A.Wagh & Dr.S.V.Gawande
Head of the Department: DR.J.D.Dhote
External Collaborator (if any): Zoological Survey of India, WRC, Pune
Objectives:
- 1. To learn about Animal Classification, Taxidermy, and Preserved Animal Study.
- 2. To acquaint students with collection, preservation, tagging & identification techniques.
- 3. To demonstrate the field survey techniques for faunal diversity study.
- 4. To develop scientific temper among students regarding animal Taxonomy.
- 5. To provide a platform for students to interact with ZSI scientists.
No of Beneficieries: 40
Classes Involved: B.Sc.III
Venue of the Activity: Zoological Survey of India, WRC, Pune
Activity Report:
Shri Shivaji Science College, Amravati
Department of Zoology
ZSI Visit Report
(20-22 March 2025)
Zoological Excursion- 2025
(Visit to Zoological survey of India,WRC,Pune)
Title of Activity: Visit to Zoological survey of India,WRC,Pune
Venue of Activity: Zoological survey of India,WRC, Pune
Sponsoring Agency: DBT Star Project Scheme- 2024
Target Audience: Undergraduate Students (B.Sc.III)
No. of Participants: 40
Objectives:
1. To learn about Animal Classification, Taxidermy, and Preserved Animal Study.
2. To acquaint students with collection, preservation, tagging & identification techniques.
3. To demonstrate the field survey techniques for faunal diversity study.
4. To develop scientific temper among students regarding animal Taxonomy.
5. To provide a platform for students to interact with ZSI scientists.
Outcomes:
1. Students acquired a deeper knowledge of animal taxonomy & Taxidermy.
2. Students got practical knowledge of Animal Classification, Taxidermy & Identification keys
3. Students potentially developed an interest in related research and careers.
4. Students learned the methods of collection, preservation, and identification of fauna.
5. Students learned about the biodiversity documentation that contributes to conservation efforts and the management practices for faunal species.
Visit to Zoological survey of India, WRC, Pune
Activity Report
The Zoological Excursion was organized by the Department of Zoology, Shri Shivaji Science College, Amravati for the B.Sc.III students on 20-22 March 2025 to study the techniques of collection, preservation, and identification of fauna at the Zoological Survey of India, Western Regional Center(WRC), During this visit students also participated in a day workshop on Methods in Collection, preservation and identification of fauna which was organized by ZSI, Pune on 21 March 2025. A total of 40 students participated along with 03 teaching and one nonteaching staff in this Zoological excursion and one-day workshop.
During the first session, students visited to ZSI museum and observed the preserved animal specimens from various groups i.e., Insects to mammals.
During the workshop, Dr. Basudev Tripathy, Officer-in-charge, ZSI, Pune, delivered the first talk on the faunal diversity of India and the need for Conservation. Dr. Tripathi explained the various techniques and survey methods used in the faunal biodiversity assessment process.
The second talk was delivered by Dr.K.P.Dinesh, Scientist-E, ZSI on Methods in the Collection, preservation, and identification of Amphibian fauna. Dr. Dinesh also focused on the use of Molecular tools for correct identification and diversity study of Amphibians.
During the second session, the third talk was delivered by Dr.S.S.Talmale, a senior scientist on Methods in the Collection, preservation, and identification of small mammalian fauna. Dr.Talamale has pointed out the unexplored area in mammalian research.
The fourth talk was delivered by Dr.Patil, a senior scientist on Methods in the Collection, preservation, and identification of Spider fauna. Dr.Patil has explained the various modern techniques used in spider study and also he focused on the web pattern of Spiders.
The fifth talk was delivered by Dr.Aparna Kalwate, Scientist-E, ZSI, on Methods in the Collection, preservation, and identification of insect fauna. Dr.Kalwate has explained the collection and preservation techniques for different groups of insects and also given a demonstration on Butterfly and beetle preservation to the students.
During the third session, students visited to Invertebrate and vertebrate specimen collection section and they observed the various groups of preserved and tagged specimens of animals including some rare fauna.
This zoological excursion and workshop at ZSI, Pune provided valuable insights, and students learned the methods of Collection, preservation, and identification of fauna with special reference to Insects, Spiders, Amphibians, Birds, and small mammals. Students also learned about taxidermy techniques and observed the chronologically arranged various animal groups specimens in ZSI, museum.
This tour was successfully conducted by Dr.Jayashree Dhote, Dr.Gajanan Wagh, Dr.Shubhangi Gawande as a Teacher-in-charge and Mr.Mangesh Solanke supporting staff from Dept. Of Zoology, Shri Shivaji Science College, Amravati, Maharashtra.
One day Workshop organized by ZSI,WRC Pune during Visit
Workshop Schedule
Event Speaker Topic Time
Museum visit Dr.Aparna Kalwate, Scientist-E, ZSI, WRC, Pune Museum Study 10.00 am
Inaugural speech Dr. Basudev Tripathi, Officer In-charge, ZSI,WRC, Pune ‘Faunal diversity of India and need of Conservation’.
10.30 am
Lecture 1 Dr.K.P.Dinesh, Scientist-E, ZSI,Pune Methods in the Collection, preservation, and identification of Amphibian fauna. &
Use of Molecular tools for correct identification and diversity study of Amphibians. 11.30
Lecture 2 Dr.S.S.Talmale, Scientist C,ZSI,Pune Methods in the Collection, preservation, and identification of small mammalian fauna.
12.30
Lecture 3 Dr.Sachin Patil, Scientist ,ZSI,Pune Methods in the Collection, preservation, and identification of spider fauna.
1.30
Lunch Break
Lecture 4 & Hands on training Dr.Aparna Kalwate, Scientist-E, ZSI, WRC, Pune Methods of the Collection, preservation, and identification of Insects fauna. 3.00 pm
Entomology section Visit Dr.Aparna Kalwate, Scientist-E, ZSI, WRC, Pune Insects diversity 3.30
Vertebrate section Visit Scientist ZSI, WRC, Pune Amphibians, Reptiles, bird and mammals specimens & explaining the specimen tagging process
4.30
Library visit ZSI staff ZSI collection & Publications 5.00
Exit
List of Participants
Sr.
No. Name of the student Gender Group Mobile Number
1. Neha Hedau F Bsc IIIMBZ 8329441529
2. VaishnaviV.Bhudade F Bsc III MBZ 7887912149
3. Shrushti Bondre F Bsc IIIBTZ 8600684546
4. KhushiWankhade F BscIII MBZ 9607849151
5. Gayatri Rathod F BscIIIMBZ 9370644100
6. VanshikaG.Khandelval F BscIII CEZ 7385697727
7. AsthaHelode F BscIIIMBZ 9145616336
8. AditiSolanke F BscIII MBZ 9860549417
9. Shrushti SureshBhorkhade F BscIIIMBZ 9325998568
10. GayatriThakur F BscIII MBZ 8010182643
11. AnishaAnil Dhande F BscIIICEZ 9699575077
12. RiyaNarendraDupatte F BscIII MBZ 9322512095
13. KrutikaBhagadkar F BscIIIMBZ 7775060781
14. SakshiPravin Sonone F BscIII BTZ 9021364804
15. Komal Dnyaneshwar Ghude F BscIIIBTZ 7420822819
16. SanikaA. Lokhande F BscIII MBZ 7796822619
17. Yashasvi UmeshJumbade F BcsIII CEZ 9765128557
18. RutujaMangeshAghade F BscIII BTZ 9322958625
19. VaishnaviO.Barve F BscIII CEZ 9307638813
20. PreranaAbhay Pote F BscIII MBZ 9373545209
21. Rakshita D.Meshram F BscIII 7559314167
22. Sharyu V.Ingle F BscIII CEZ 9699845273
23. Saloni P.Sabale F BscIII CEZ 8010414720
24. Vaishnavi B.Khairker F BscIII CEZ 9730924178
25. Komal N. Solanke F BscIII BTZ 9623784695
26. Bhumika R.Saurkar F BscIII BTZ 9112887042
27. KapilK. Daiwat M BscIII BTZ 9322905316
28. Purva Gaurkhede F BscIII MBZ 9325765148
29. Rutika Jayale F BscIII MBZ 9011107049
30. Neha Jadhav F BscIII MBZ 9356814883
31. Nikita Jadhav F BscIII MBZ 8010807917
32. Prajakta Bijane F BscIII BTZ 8421026380
33. Achal Rajanhire F BscIII CEZ 7499273833
34. Samiksha Gawande F BscIII BIO 9623078287
35. Shravani Vighe F BscIII BIO 9307577320
36. Dhanashree Telkhade F BscIII BIO 7304787807
37. Riya Madnekar F BscIIIBIO 7219093660
38. Rutuja Motkar F BscIII BIO 8010237051
39. Sanika Boke F BscIII BIO 9699426439
40. Pratik Chaudhari M BscIII BIO 9657347179
In-charge Teachers & Escorts
Dr.J.D.Dhote
Dr.G.A.Wagh
Dr.S.V.Gawande
Mr.Mangesh Solanke
Outcomes:
- 1. Students acquired a deeper knowledge of animal taxonomy & Taxidermy.
- 2. Students got practical knowledge of Animal Classification, Taxidermy & Identification keys
- 3. Students potentially developed an interest in related research and careers.
- 4. Students learned the methods of collection, preservation, and identification of fauna.
- 5. Students learned about the biodiversity documentation that contributes to conservation efforts and the management practices for faunal species.
Photos:
 Participated Students with in-charge teacher & ZSI scientists in Zoological Excursion at Zoological Survey of India, WRC, Pune |  Dr.Aparna Kalwate, Scientist-E, ZSI, WRC, Pune showing specimens of the insects in ZSI museum |
 Dr. Shyamkant Talmale, Scientist ZSI, WRC, Pune showing rare bird specimens |  Scientist ZSI, WRC, Pune showing rare bird specimens & explaining the specimen tagging process |
 Students performing the process of mounting the beetles under the guidance of ZSI, Scientists |  Dr.Aparna Kalwate, Scientist-E, ZSI, WRC, Pune giving a demonstration on insect mounting & preservation |
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