An Introduction to Winged Wonders 

Reviewed by Rehan Anandakumar  

On an island that is home to more than 248 species of butterflies, it is an imperative to educate the younger generation on the beauty and unmatched significance of these wonderful creatures.   

Therefore, we were fortunate to have the pleasure of hearing from Dr. George Michael Van der Poorten, a distinguished old boy of Trinity College Kandy and one of the best lepidopterists in Sri Lanka, who has dedicated his life to learning and researching about these creatures for more than four decades. On the 2nd of March 2024, Dr. George Michael Van der Poorten, along with his wife, Dr. Nancy Van der Poorten, visited the Junior School and delivered a talk on butterflies for students of the Nature Club from grades four to six.  

Commencing at around nine thirty in the morning, a valuable and thrilling flow of information and interaction continued until eleven O’ clock at the Oorloff block. It was an interactive talk, educating enthusiastic students on different species of butterflies, their special abilities and significance to nature, while also challenging the students to think critically about the world and environment they inhabit. Undoubtedly, every student present at the session gained invaluable knowledge about these winged wonders. It was a rare opportunity to learn from the best of the best.  

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mrs. Indu Gunawardena for the initiative in inviting such a seasoned expert on behalf of the students of the Nature Club of Trinity College Kandy to enrich their learning experience.  We would also like to thank Mrs. Dilrukshi Dunuweera for the help and support extended towards this programme. 

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