‘Diving legend’ to address WNPS monthly lecture
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An “International Legend of Diving”, the first and only person from the Indian Ocean region to be so honoured, Rex De Silva’s name is writ large in the annals of conservation in Sri Lanka. De Silva will deliver the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society Monthly lecture, ‘From ocean depths to the stars: The Evolution of a Naturalist’ on November 16 at 6 p.m. at the Cinema Hall BMICH. The lecture is open to members and non-members, entrance free.
As a professional diver, De Silva explored the wonders of Sri Lanka’s marine world as well, and is recognized as the leading authority on the Sharks of Sri Lanka. A respected ornithologist, he has studied the migratory habits of sea birds and shore birds (waders).
A fellow of the Linnaean Society of London, De Silva has authored, or co-authored, 115 scientific research papers and other publications.