Dr. Animesh Dey (born on 1983) presently Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology, Ramkrishna Mahavidyalaya, Kailasahar, Tripura, did his PG and Ph.D. from Tripura University (A Central University), Suryamaninagar, Tripura. He is a well-known researcher having more than 12 years of experience in the field of earthworm ecology, biodiversity and organic farming. He has published more than 15  research articles in National and International journals of repute. Hehas participated in 23 National and International Seminar and Symposia. Currently, he is also a member of expert committee of Animal Resource Development Department and Fishery Department, Tripura Biodiversity Board.