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Wetland
Ecosystem
Ecosystems and Biodiversity
in Mahidol University
Ecosystem and Biodiversity in Mahidol University Campus
Mahidol University has developed its campus area according to the 2008 University Master Plan with the concept, “A Promise Place to Live and
Learn with
Nature”, focusing on the Green University strategy, which aims to create a university that integrates shaded environment, no pollution, and
scenic
landscape, aiming to make efficient use of resources, promote health and be in harmony with nature to create a relaxing environment
conducive to
learning activities. According to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal SDG 15: Life on Land, the university will continue to
focus on
preserving the original environment, ecosystem, and nature in order to facilitate living and learning while also ensuring sustainable
resource use
and ecosystem. The university has also attempted to restore deteriorated areas by introducing a diversity of local fauna and flora.
According to the Promotion of Natural Resources Conservation and Utilization Policy 2021, the university also aims to support the leadership of nearby communities in terms of environmental preservation, living with nature, and being anti-illegal deforestation and wildlife.
According to the Promotion of Natural Resources Conservation and Utilization Policy 2021, the university also aims to support the leadership of nearby communities in terms of environmental preservation, living with nature, and being anti-illegal deforestation and wildlife.
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Two original and natural wetlands within Mahidol, Salaya are preserved and developed. The first one is located in the north of the Population and Social Research Institute, and the second one is located in the south of Sireeruckhachati Nature Learning Park. Biodiversity is found there, including water resources, forest, water plants, land and aquatic wildlife, serving as sanctuaries of a number of protected migrated animals. The wetlands are also valuable in terms of recreation, leisure, nature study trails, and natural classrooms for practical study
Book Series "The Nature of Salaya"
The book series "The Nature of Salaya" is part of the Salaya Master Plan, under the concept of
A promised place to live and learn with nature. This series involves the exploration and collection of
data on natural history, environmental conditions, ecosystems, and biodiversity within Salaya campus.
The information gathered aims to support the management and conservation of the area, and serves
as a foundational resource for future research and knowledge dissemination.
The book series consists of five series: series 1: Trees, series 2: Flowering and Ornamental
Plants, series 3: Wetlands, series 4: Birds, and series 5: Fish and Reptiles. Each volume documents
information about living organisms, including common names, scientific names, family names, general
characteristics, and locations found within Salaya campus, as well as the environmental conditions that
support the coexistence of diverse life forms.
