Growing up in UP’s colonial bungalows, he learned biology from gardeners, not textbooks. While his father hoped for an engineer, he chose zoology; and spent his PhD cycling through fields, not just labs. Today, he’s written 28 books, led 35 conservation projects, and guided 11 PhD students. His latest book, *Where Have the Birds Gone?*, isn’t just about vanishing species; it’s a quiet alarm bell for a generation that’s lost touch with nature. Rahmani’s lesson? Conservation isn’t about big budgets or tech; it’s about curiosity, patience, and paying attention to the world right outside your door. The next time you hear a bird sing, ask: Who’s listening?