About The Department
Zoology is the branch of biology that deals with the scientific study of animal structures, behaviour, physiology, evolution, and their interactions with the environment. The Department of Zoology was established in the year 2020 with a student strength of 65 for the CBZ combination. The department includes CBZ and BZ combinations and provides high-quality, professional teaching faculties. It is well-equipped with modern laboratories, instrumentation, and a wide array of animal specimens, offering practical knowledge to students.
The department is highly motivated toward enriching life science knowledge among students and actively promotes both academic and extracurricular activities.
- Providing holistic education and ethics to ensure the better quality of life.
- To develop a strong foundation in Zoology.
- To achieve good academic excellence for students.
- To provide quality education.
- To enable students to be employable and responsible citizens.
- To ensure knowledge about wildlife and its conservation.
| Sl. No | Activity / Event Details | Date of Event | Resource Person / Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
On occasion of World Elephant Day Inauguration of Fauna Club and Special Lecture |
19th August 2025 |
Dr. Harsha Rao, Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Studies, KSOU, Mysuru Dr. Rajkumar, Management Trustee, Wildlife Conservation Foundation (WCF), Mysuru |
| 2 |
On occasion of World Animal Day Workshop on Biodiversity and Its Conservation |
15/10/2025 |
Dr. Santhosh (Kannada), Researcher & Lecturer in Biology, Special Reference to Karnataka, Maharaja Govt. PU College, Mysuru Dr. A. P. C. Abhijith, Arachnologist, Mysuru |
| 3 |
Field Visit: Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Garden Regional Museum of Natural History |
24/09/2025 16/09/2025 |
II B.Sc Students I & III B.Sc Students |
Achievement Details – Students
| Sl. No | Name of the Student | Achievement | Year | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Goura Sambaji Rayamane |
2nd Place – Gender Equality Street Play Participation in Ozon Drama conducted by Mysore Akashavani Participation in Sharifa Drama at Kalamandira, Mysuru |
III B.Sc |
On the occasion of Youth Day Celebration FM – Akashavani On the occasion of Rangayana Ragothsava, Mysuru Drama conducted in Chamarajanagar, Gundlupete, Saraguru |
| 2 | Preethi B. R | 2nd Place – Gender Equality Street Play |
III B.Sc |
On the occasion of Youth Day Celebration |
| 3 | Thrupthi D. Y |
1st Place – Pick and Speech 1st Place – Pick and Speech 2nd Place – Pick and Speech 2nd Place – Pick and Speech |
I B.Sc |
Tiptur – Taluk Level Kunigal – District Level Ramanagara – Block Level Tumkur – State Level |
| 4 | Darshini H. R | 1st Place – Essay Competition | I B.Sc | Mandya – District Level |
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Best Practices of the Department
- Practicing practical experiments to enhance skills in mounting of invertebrates.
- Guiding students to identify and classify animals, birds, and different species of insects available on campus and in the surroundings.
- Assigning projects such as feather collections and dead insect collections.
- Teaching additional skills beyond the syllabus, such as the method of pinning insects.
- Participating in internship programs in various sectors like milk dairies, apiculture, animal husbandry, and sericulture, along with report preparation.
About the Club
The Fauna Club is an academic, environmental, and student-centered organization established to create awareness about the rich diversity of animal life and the importance of wildlife conservation. The club serves as a platform for students to explore the fascinating world of fauna through educational, scientific, and community-oriented activities. It aims to bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical field experiences, enabling students to develop a deeper understanding of animal diversity, ecology, behavior, conservation, and environmental sustainability.
The primary objective of the Fauna Club is to cultivate scientific curiosity, environmental ethics, and a sense of responsibility toward the conservation of biodiversity. The club encourages students to actively participate in activities that promote the protection of wildlife and natural habitats while developing essential skills such as observation, species identification, data collection, teamwork, leadership, communication, and scientific reporting.
The club organizes a wide range of activities throughout the academic year, including wildlife awareness campaigns, seminars, guest lectures by experts, biodiversity surveys, bird watching, butterfly and insect documentation, field visits to national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, zoos, museums, aquariums, and research institutions. It also conducts nature walks, photography competitions, poster presentations, quizzes, essay competitions, exhibitions, eco-club collaborations, and celebrations of important environmental days such as World Wildlife Day, International Day for Biological Diversity, World Environment Day, and Wildlife Week.
To create a community of environmentally conscious and scientifically informed students dedicated to the study, conservation, and sustainable management of animal diversity, while fostering leadership, research, and lifelong commitment to wildlife and biodiversity conservation.
- Promote awareness of animal diversity, wildlife, and ecosystem conservation.
- Provide practical learning through field visits and biodiversity surveys.
- Encourage research and documentation of local fauna.
- Develop environmental ethics and responsibility for wildlife conservation.
- Oganize seminars, workshops, awareness programs, and outreach activities
- Enhance students' knowledge, practical skills, leadership qualities, teamwork, and communication through active participation in club activities.
Objectives
- To create awareness about animal diversity, wildlife, and biodiversity conservation.
- To encourage the study and documentation of local fauna through field activities.
- To provide practical learning through nature walks and educational visits.
- To promote environmental responsibility and wildlife conservation..
- To increases the interest about wildlife and raise awareness about biodiversity and habitat preservation.
Club Committee
| Designation | Name |
|---|---|
| Faculty Coordinator |
JANANESHWARI C VIDYAMBHA K N |
| Student President | Madalam bika |
| Vice President | Srusti .R P |
| Secretary | Chanadana M . J |
| Joint Secretary | Sakshi |
| Treasurer | Avani |
Annual Activity Plan
| Sl. No. | Activity | Tentative Month | Target Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Workshop | July- august | 100 |
| 2 | Feildvisit | july | 30 |
| 3 | Awareness | Febrauary, March | 90 |
| 4 | Bird watching | April | 30 |
| 5 | Insect pinning | April | 30 |
Activities Conducted
| Date | Activity Title | Resource Person/Collaborating Agency | Participants | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19/08/2025 |
Workshop ‘Awerence about vulture’ |
Dr. Harsha rao, Associate Professor in the Department
of Environmental Studies in KSOU Mysore, Dr. Rajkumar, Management trustee, Wild Life Conservation Foundation (WCF), Mysuru |
200 | Gain awareness of threats to vultures and conservation needs. Recognize the role of vultures in maintaining ecosystem health. Develop a positive attitude toward wildlife and biodiversity conservation. |
| 15/10/2025 |
Workshop On occasion of World Animal Day Workshop on ‘Biodiversity and its Conservation.’ |
Dr. Santhosh Kannada Researcher and lecturer in Biology, special reference to Karnataka Maharaja Govt. PU College, Mysore Dr. A. P. C Abhijith Arachnologist, Mysore |
250 |
Students developed awareness of threats to biodiversity and the
role of sustainable conservation practices. Gain knowledge about diversity of spiders. |
| 24/09/2025 | Field visit | Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Garden | 60 | Participants can gain the characters of different animal in zoo and their behavior. |
| 16/09/2025 | Field visit | Regional Museum Of National History | 09 | Student learn about the preserved specimens and preservation techniques. |
| 04/02/2026 | Field visit | Visit to sericulture department Manasagangothri, Mysore | 27 | Students learn about how the silkworms are cultured and feeding habitat and life cycle of the silkworm. |
| 16/02/2025 | “Awareness program on education on identification and safety protocols on snakes” |
M. MAHESH Snake rescuer and wildlife conservator |
90 | Learn about the snake bites and poisons snakes in the world. Importance of snakes in biodiversity. |
| 15/07/2026 | Field visit |
Planet Earth Aquarium Hebbal Industrial Area, Kuppedada, Mysore |
30 | Learning how to handle the animals and behavior of that animal and maintenances of the animal. |
| Sl No | Name | Designation | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jnaneshwari C | HOD | 8431164882 |
| 2 | Vidyambha K N | Assistant Professor | 8105259938 |
| 3 | Madalambhika M | Student Secretary | 6362464487 |
| 4 | Srusti R P | Student Co-ordinator | 8317490366 |
Awerenece about vulture’
Workshop on ‘Biodiversity and its Conservation.’ Hand on training
Visit to Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Garden
Students visit to Regional museum of natural history
Students visit to sericulture department university mysore
Awareness program on snakes
Students visit to Planet Earth Aquarium
Student Outcomes
- Develop awareness of wildlife and biodiversity conservation.
- To encourage the study and documentation of local fauna through field activities.
- Gain practical knowledge through field-based learning.
- Improve observation and documentation skills.
- Promote environmental responsibility and conservation ethics.
- Enhance leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
- Encourage participation in research and conservation activities..
Best Practices
- Hands-on learning through workshops and field visits.
Special Lecturers / Workshops Organized