Library
Step inside our Museum and discover the fascinating world of birds and animals. Through carefully curated exhibits, rare specimens, and interactive displays, we share the stories of species past and present. The Museum serves as a hub for learning, helping visitors understand the importance of conservation and the delicate balance of our natural ecosystems.
A Heritage of Learning
The BNHS library is one of the oldest and largest libraries in India dedicated to natural history. It is a source of information on various subjects such as wildlife, ecology, zoology, botany and environment conservation. It has a priceless collection of antique books and rare lithographs from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, many not available elsewhere. The library houses valuable photo-negatives and transparencies, particularly those of E.P. Gee, Loke Wan Tho, R.S.P. Bates, M. Krishna and Dr. Sálim Ali, and those generated through various scientific projects of the BNHS.
Library Collection
A unique assemblage of books, periodicals, journals, scientific reports and theses from all over the world related to wildlife and environment.
A collection of 2000 rare books dating back to the early 19th century, ranging from the popular to the technical. Photographs, lithographs and transparencies
Book Conservation
BNHS Library has a collection of rare books on Natural History. Many of these books are still in demand. These valuable resources are indispensable to the present and future generations. However, these rich rare books face a threat of survival due to threats from, several climatic, physical, chemical and biological factors.
Book Delivery
BNHS Library is announcing the issue of books by registered post/ courier within India.
Library Deposit: ₹3000/- (Refundable)
One way Delivery Charges: ₹4000/- year (Max. 20 books will be issued, two books at a time)
Where We're Located
Hornbill House, Opp. Lion Gate, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Road, Fort, Mumbai 400 001, Maharashtra, India
Monday to Friday: 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.
Contribute to the collection
BNHS warmly welcomes donations of books and literature that support its vision of conservation and learning. Every contribution—old or new—helps enrich the Library’s collection and continues a legacy of shared knowledge.
All donations are reviewed by the Librarian to ensure they fit the Library’s focus on wildlife, forests, climate change, and related fields.
Write to us at library@bnhs.org or director@bnhs.org