Jehu Pandian Nadar

Zoologist | Native Pisces Enthusiast | Graphic Designer | Video Editor | Writer

Video

All my videos for you to watch and learn! You can check out more in my YouTube Channel.Striped Ruler of the Ruins
The Ultimate Guide to Pet Laws in India
Average day of an Urban zoologist
A Visit to the Kurla Fish Market | Thoughts on Exotic Pet trade

Text

Knowledge is Free, so here's all the books, blogs, reports & such, that I have worked on which you can download for Free!A Comparative Analysis of Vehicle Types in India: Current trends & which one should you choose!

Art

I am a digital illustrator who dabbles in animation and other such forms of art. You can download my illustrations from my Deviant Account for Free!School in Cauvery - Speed painting video
Trying to Learn Irakli Nadar's Style - Timelapse Digital Potrait
Photobashing Kenpachi Zaraki using Selfies

Side Quests

Here is a list of all the things for which I am thankful to have been a minor part.. 😊Sahyavlokan 3 | Provided English CC
Oru Manam - Provided English CC for a Tamil Song

Podcast

Want to hear me speak? Well I hope you don't get tired cause I speak a LOT!Invasive Flora in India - Impact on Biodiversity & Livelihood
Causes and Solutions of Algal Bloom
Reclaiming Deserts - 1
Reclaiming Deserts - 2
Walstad Method of Aquarium
Indian Cave Ecology - 1
Indian Cave Ecology - 2

About Me

Hello, I'm Jehu Pandian Nadar aka nuciferance.I'm a Zoologist & Science Communicator from Mumbai working at the intersection of science, storytelling, and conservation. My goal is simple: make wildlife and environmental science understandable, exciting, and accessible to everyone.Whether it's through documentaries, books, scientific reports, educational workshops, photography, or digital media, I enjoy translating complex ecological research into stories that inspire people to observe, appreciate, and protect nature.
--------------------------------------------My JourneyNature has fascinated me for as long as I can remember, but it was freshwater ecosystems that truly captured my imagination. Rivers, streams, caves, wetlands, and the incredible diversity of life they support remain among the least explored and least appreciated ecosystems in India.Over the years, I've worked across graphic design, publishing, environmental education, biodiversity surveys, citizen science, and wildlife communication. Every role taught me something different, but they all pointed toward the same mission:To bridge the gap between scientific research and public understanding.Today, I continue that journey as both a field zoologist and a science communicator.
--------------------------------------------Current WorkYoung Professional – I
ICAR – Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Mumbai Regional StationI currently work on marine fisheries research and coastal ecosystem studies, assisting in biodiversity documentation, ecological surveys, fisheries assessments, and scientific reporting.
--------------------------------------------Permanent Member - INTACH Thane ChapterI contribute towards documenting and conserving the natural and cultural heritage of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region through heritage, environmental, and biodiversity initiatives.
--------------------------------------------Independent ProjectsOutside my professional work, I dedicate much of my time to independent conservation initiatives.Murbad Taluka Biodiversity ProjectI administer the Murbad Taluka Biodiversity Project on iNaturalist, a long-term citizen science initiative that brings together naturalists from across India to document the biodiversity of one of Maharashtra's richest yet least explored landscapes.The project aims to create the first comprehensive digital biodiversity archive of the region while encouraging local communities to participate in conservation.
--------------------------------------------Publications & CollaborationsMy work has appeared in or been produced in collaboration with:• ICAR-CMFRI • BNHS • INTACH • Green Panther Club • Green Yatra • Saevus Wildlife Magazine • HCL Foundation (Harit Khabar) • Sanjay Gandhi National Park • Ashwamedh Pratishthan
--------------------------------------------Creative SkillsI enjoy combining science with visual storytelling.Research• Biodiversity Surveys • Fish Identification • Scientific Writing • Literature Review • Species Documentation • Citizen ScienceDigital Media• Documentary Production • Wildlife Photography • Graphic Design • Illustration • Video Editing • Motion Graphics • Social Media StrategySoftwareAdobe Photoshop • Illustrator • InDesign • CorelDRAW • Canva • DaVinci Resolve • Premiere Pro • OpenToonz • Krita • GIMP • Microsoft Office
--------------------------------------------VisionI believe that conservation begins with understanding.The greatest challenge facing wildlife today isn't only habitat loss or climate change—it's that most people never get the opportunity to truly know the natural world around them.I hope to build a future where scientific knowledge no longer remains confined to journals and conferences but becomes something everyone can experience, appreciate, and use to protect the world around them.After all, people protect only what they understand, and they understand only what they can connect with.I am fluent in English, Tamil, Hindi, and Marathi, so feel free to contact me!📞+91 9619392913 | ✉️ [email protected]
Sion, Mumbai - 400022