Chennai's Madras Christian College has introduced an innovative solution to monitor the water quality of a lake situated within its extensive 300-acre campus in Tambaram. A smart duck equipped with IoT technology and remote control capabilities has been deployed to gather real-time data on various water parameters, such as temperature, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and pH. The lake, a significant water source on the campus, underwent desilting as part of a CSR initiative by Bisleri International Limited, who also provided funding for the development of a water quality testing prototype. A team from MCC-MRF Innovation Park designed a 3D-printed duck with integrated sensors and developed an accompanying app for data analysis. Principal Paul Wilson highlighted the importance of using this data to make informed decisions for lake conservation, thus protecting the campus's ecology and wildlife. The smart duck's solar panels ensure continuous operation with a backup power option for two days and manual charging capability. The startup KOLOZEN, responsible for creating the duck, has been successfully collecting and transferring data for the past two weeks. There are plans to extend this monitoring approach by deploying similar ducks in other water bodies beyond the campus to assess water quality and provide vital data to local authorities. This data collection could offer insights into the water bodies' behavior during different seasons, their environmental conditions, and potential health risks. IIT Madras Chemistry Professor T Pradeep emphasized the value of leveraging this data to establish a hydro informatics platform for water bodies. The MCC campus's diverse ecosystem, including spotted deer, porcupines, toddy cats, and bats, further underscores the need for proactive water monitoring initiatives like the smart duck project.Meras fitted with cameras in their eyes are being used by the college to monitor the movements of wild animals on campus.