Tiger population more in AP than Telangana
3 years, 4 months ago

Tiger population more in AP than Telangana

Deccan Chronicle  

Visakhapatnam: Andhra Pradesh stood in 12th position having the highest number of tigers among the 21 Indian states, which together has a total of 2967 tigers. Neighboring Odisha is at 15th position while Telangana in the 16th whereas Karnataka held the second position and Tamil Nadu the 5th position in tiger population. The tiger population is on the rise for the first time in more than 100 years, state forest principal chief conservator Prateep Kumar told Deccan Chronicle. Prateep Kumar said almost all the tigers of AP are enclosed in the Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve forest spreads over an area of 3727.82 square km in the Nallamalla forest area of the south eastern ghats. He said the Nagarjuna Sagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve under whose jurisdiction Atmakur and Nandyal in Kurnool district function has an encouraging growth rate for tiger population.

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Maharashtra tigers moving to Telangana in search of new territory
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Maharashtra tigers moving to Telangana in search of new territory

New Indian Express  

HYDERABAD: Telangana Forest department officials believe that apart from mating purposes, the two tigers, believed to have migrated from Maharashtra, are in search of new territories in the traditionally tiger corridor of adjoining areas of Telangana and Maharashtra. Speaking to TNIE over phone, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Elusing Meru, who camped in Mancherial for two days, stated that the …

Telangana awaits Centre’s nod for conservation reserve
1 month ago

Telangana awaits Centre’s nod for conservation reserve

Deccan Chronicle  

Adilabad: The forest department plans to develop the existing corridor between the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve and the Kawal Tiger Reserve into a conservation reserve. Under Section 36A of WLPA, 1972, the state government may, after consulting local communities, declare any government-owned area, particularly those adjacent to national parks and sanctuaries or linking protected areas, as a conservation reserve. The …

Three villages set to relocate from Kawal Reserve in Telangana
1 month ago

Three villages set to relocate from Kawal Reserve in Telangana

New Indian Express  

ADILABAD: Villagers from Alinagar, Dongapalli and Mallial have expressed their readiness to relocate from the core area of Kawal Tiger Reserve in erstwhile Adilabad district. Mancherial District Forest Officer Shiv Aasheesh Singh, along with revenue officials, visited Mallial village in Jannaram mandal and organised a meeting with the tribals, who agreed to relocate. Big cats migrate from Tadoba Reserve to …

India's 56th tiger reserve notified in Chhatisgarh
1 month ago

India's 56th tiger reserve notified in Chhatisgarh

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Indian government has notified the 56th Tiger Reserve of the country in Chhattisgarh today. Guru Ghasidas - Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve of Chhattisgarh is going to be the 3rd largest in the country. In a statement, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change said the Government of Chhattisgarh, on advice of the National Tiger Conservation Authority, notified …

Chhattisgarh gets India’s 56th Tiger Reserve | Here's all you need to know
1 month ago

Chhattisgarh gets India’s 56th Tiger Reserve | Here's all you need to know

India TV News  

56th Tiger Reserve: The Chhattisgarh government has officially declared Guru Ghasidas National Park and Tamor Pingla Wildlife Sanctuary as a tiger reserve, increasing the total number of tiger reserves in the state to four. As India continues to touch new milestones in tiger conservation, we have notified Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla in Chhattisgarh as the 56th tiger reserve. Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla …

56th Tiger Reserve of the country notified in Chhattisgarh: Minister
1 month ago

56th Tiger Reserve of the country notified in Chhattisgarh: Minister

Hindustan Times  

RAIPUR: The government has issued a notification of the Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh as the 56th Tiger Reserve of the country. Chhattisgarh is now home to four Tiger Reserves Union minister for environment, forest and climate change, Bhupender Yadav, in a post on social media platform ‘X’, said, “As India continues to touch new milestones in tiger …

Second tigress translocated to Similipal Tiger Reserve
1 month, 1 week ago

Second tigress translocated to Similipal Tiger Reserve

Deccan Chronicle  

Tigress Jinat, a three-year-old from Maharashtra’s Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, was released into a soft enclosure at Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district on Friday. This marks the second tigress to be translocated as part of Odisha’s inter-state tiger relocation project, which aims to enhance genetic diversity within Similipal's tiger population. Similipal Tiger Reserve remains the primary hub, with 24 …

Tigress Makes 400km Journey to Find New Territory in Chhattisgarh
2 months ago

Tigress Makes 400km Journey to Find New Territory in Chhattisgarh

Deccan Chronicle  

A tigress from Pench National Park in Madhya Pradesh covered around 400 km to find its new territory in Achanakmar Tiger Reserve (ATR) in Chhattisgarh. The six-year-old tigress was first spotted in Lormi forest range in ATR in December 2023 and later in May-June this year, ATR field director Manoj Pandey told this newspaper on Sunday.

SC lauds Centre’s conservation drive as India’s tigers see 6% growth
3 months, 3 weeks ago

SC lauds Centre’s conservation drive as India’s tigers see 6% growth

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi The Supreme Court on Friday commended the Union government for its significant efforts in tiger conservation, noting a steady growth rate of 6% and an increase in the tiger population to 3,682 in 2022. Good work has been done,” a bench comprising justices Sanjiv Khanna and PV Sanjay Kumar said after reviewing the data and measures implemented by …

5 tigers to be shifted to Rajasthan from MP, Maharashtra to improve gene pool
3 months, 3 weeks ago

5 tigers to be shifted to Rajasthan from MP, Maharashtra to improve gene pool

Hindustan Times  

Jaipur: Rajasthan is soon expected to receive five tigers from Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra to improve the tigers gene pool in the state and prevent inbreeding, officials said. After approval from the National Tiger Conservation Authority, a senior forest official familiar with the development said, “The NTCA has given in principle approval for relocating five tigers to Rajasthan from Madhya …

Ullas Karanth: India has 3,000 tigers now, but has space for....:
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ullas Karanth: India has 3,000 tigers now, but has space for....:

The Hindu  

By following sustainable models of forest conservation, India can aspire to manage 15,000 tigers in the available forest area, according to conservationist and wildlife ecologist K. Ullas Karanth. In his talk on ‘Saving Wildlife in Changing India’ organised INTACH Mangaluru chapter on August 7, Mr. Karanth said the country has 3,000 tigers in about 4% of forest cover. “By following …

Tiger population in Andhra Pradesh increases to 87 in 2023-24
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tiger population in Andhra Pradesh increases to 87 in 2023-24

New Indian Express  

VISAKHAPATNAM: In a positive development, the latest Phase-IV monitoring report revealed that tiger population in Andhra Pradesh has risen to 87 in financial year 2023-2024. The tiger population in Andhra Pradesh has been on an upward trajectory, thanks to the dedicated efforts of the State forest staff, officials said. Andhra Pradesh is home to the country’s largest tiger reserve, the …

Project Tiger to displace 5.5 lakh tribals, says rights group report
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Project Tiger to displace 5.5 lakh tribals, says rights group report

The Hindu  

Project Tiger will displace at least 5.5 lakh Scheduled Tribes and other forest dwellers, a report released by a New Delhi-based rights group on the International Tiger Day on Monday said. Visual story: Waking to the call of the wild According to the report by the Rights and Risks Analysis Group, some 1,60,000 people out of about 2,90,000 people to …

International Tiger Day 2024: 5 must-visit Tiger Reserves in India to spot the national animal
4 months, 3 weeks ago

International Tiger Day 2024: 5 must-visit Tiger Reserves in India to spot the national animal

India TV News  

International Tiger Day, celebrated on July 29th each year, aims to raise awareness about tiger conservation and the need to protect their natural habitats. Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan Ranthambore National Park is one of the most famous tiger reserves in India, known for its historical ruins and scenic beauty. Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh Kanha National Park, the inspiration for …

Amrabad becomes India’s second largest tiger reserve
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Amrabad becomes India’s second largest tiger reserve

Deccan Chronicle  

In an interview with Deccan Chronicle, a reserve official revealed that the tiger population has grown significantly from just seven tigers in 2018. The introduction of more stringent anti-poaching measures and continuous monitoring has played a crucial role in safeguarding these majestic creatures," another official stated. The reserve management is actively collaborating with local communities, educating them on the importance …

International Tiger Day 2024: Must-visit tiger safaris in India
4 months, 3 weeks ago

International Tiger Day 2024: Must-visit tiger safaris in India

Hindustan Times  

Tigers are regal creatures, epitomising both power and grace but spotting these majestic apex predators in their natural habitat is a breathtaking once-in-a-lifetime experience. Here are some must-visit tiger safaris in India to spot them - Bandhavgarh National Park This wildlife sanctuary has the highest density of Tigers. Located in Madhya Pradesh near the Vindhya hills of Umaria district, Bandhavgarh …

Government data says 628 tigers die in India during the past five years
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Government data says 628 tigers die in India during the past five years

The Hindu  

A total of 628 tigers died in India during the past five years due to natural causes and other reasons, including poaching, according to government data. According to the National Tiger Conservation Authority, 96 tigers died in 2019, 106 in 2020, 127 in 2021, 121 in 2022, and 178 in 2023. Responding to a question in the Rajya Sabha, Union …

23 tigers died in MP in first six months of 2024, followed by 14 in Maharashtra
5 months, 1 week ago

23 tigers died in MP in first six months of 2024, followed by 14 in Maharashtra

New Indian Express  

Maharashtra ranked second with 14 deaths followed by Karnataka at 11. Importantly, the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in MP reported ten mortalities in the six months of this year, just one less than the overall deaths of tigers in Karnataka within the same period. MP, which housed maximum 526 tigers and 785 tigers in 2018 and 2022 respectively, had reported 43 …

U.P. tiger reserves to remain open till June 25
6 months, 1 week ago

U.P. tiger reserves to remain open till June 25

Hindustan Times  

Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a preferred place for tourists, witnessing a marked increase in visitors at its tiger reserves that will now remain open till June 25 before they close for the season, the state government decided on Saturday. In Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, the count rose from 41,815 Indians and 137 foreign tourists in 2022-23 to 56,770 domestic and …

K. Ullas Karanth, tiger conservation expert: ‘Not amrit kaal for tiger science in India’ - Frontline
9 months, 2 weeks ago

K. Ullas Karanth, tiger conservation expert: ‘Not amrit kaal for tiger science in India’ - Frontline

The Hindu  

Published : Mar 07, 2024 11:00 IST - 8 MINS READ K. Ullas Karanth is one of the world’s leading tiger conservation experts and has been studying the majestic animal since he began to regularly visit Karnataka’s Nagarahole National Park in the 1960s. He has authored several popular books and innumerable scientific papers on tiger conservation; his most recent book …

Tiger population grows in Odisha, Similipal sees increase from 16 to 27
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Tiger population grows in Odisha, Similipal sees increase from 16 to 27

Deccan Chronicle  

BHUBANESWAR: The tiger population in Odisha has increased. At present, there are 30 tigers and eight cubs — all below one year old, revealed the first All Odisha Tiger Estimation report 2023-24. As per the report, of the 30 tigers, a total of 27 unique adult tigers were camera-trapped during the AOTE exercise in Similipal Tiger Reserve other forest ranges. …

Odisha’s tiger estimation indicates presence of 30 tigers in total
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Odisha’s tiger estimation indicates presence of 30 tigers in total

The Hindu  

A tiger estimation conducted by Odisha’s Forest and Environment department using the camera trap method tallied a presence of 30 adult tigers in the State, registering a sharp increase from 2022 estimation. The All Odisha Tiger Estimation, report of which was released on Monday, says total 27 unique adult tigers comprising 14 females and 13 males were camera trapped in …

Tiger spotted at 7k-ft height in Uttarakhand’s Almora
1 year ago

Tiger spotted at 7k-ft height in Uttarakhand’s Almora

Hindustan Times  

After Jageshwar, a tiger has been spotted at 7000-ft height in Binsar wildlife sanctuary of Uttarakhand’s Almora district, officials familiar with the matter said. It was a full-sized big cat and might have reached from Corbett Tiger Reserve or Ramnagar forest division,” said Dhrub Singh Martolia, DFO, Civil Soyam Forest Division in Almora. The tiger might have been on its …

Maharashtra’s tiger zones under threat over plan to cut over 2.5 lakh trees
1 year, 1 month ago

Maharashtra’s tiger zones under threat over plan to cut over 2.5 lakh trees

Hindustan Times  

On Tuesday afternoon, Bajrang, a majestic tiger and the chief attraction for tourists in Maharashtra’s famous Tadoba Andhari tiger reserve, died in a fierce territorial battle with another tiger at Wahangaon village under the Chimur forest range. Maharashtra’s tiger zones under threat as state proposes to cut over 2.5 lakh trees for projects Bajrang’s is the 42nd tiger death in …

Foresters initiate steps to help increase tiger population in NSTR
1 year, 1 month ago

Foresters initiate steps to help increase tiger population in NSTR

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: The Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve has been witnessing a rise in tiger population year-on-year. Some of the reasons attributed to the increase in tiger population are the series of new steps for protection of forests, intense patrolling in addition to the carrying out of regular mobile patrolling and efforts at habitat improvement. The forest authorities maintain that protection of forests …

Tiger deaths in the Nilgiris ‘not alarming’, says NTCA report
1 year, 2 months ago

Tiger deaths in the Nilgiris ‘not alarming’, says NTCA report

The Hindu  

The increase in the number of tigers in the Western Ghats and the spillover of their population from Mudumalai and Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserves into the Nilgiris forest division are exposing them to higher chances of natural and unnatural causes of mortality, a recent investigation by the National Tiger Conservation Authority into the deaths of 10 tigers has said. It has …

NTCA approves expansion of three tiger reserves in Rajasthan: Official
1 year, 3 months ago

NTCA approves expansion of three tiger reserves in Rajasthan: Official

Hindustan Times  

The National Tiger Conservation Authority has approved the state’s proposal for expansion of three tiger reserves in Rajasthan by around 1,900 sq km. A senior forest official familiar with the development said the department had submitted a proposal of expansion of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve by around 35 sq km, Sariska Tiger Reserve by 600 sq km and Mukundra Hills Tiger …

Tiger numbers, and fears of surge in man-animal conflict, up outside Corbett
1 year, 4 months ago

Tiger numbers, and fears of surge in man-animal conflict, up outside Corbett

Hindustan Times  

The Uttarakhand forest department is preparing a comprehensive plan to protect tigers and check human-animal conflict after 229 tigers were found outside the Corbett Tiger Reserve in Kumaon, endangering the lives of both the animal as well as of villagers living outside the reserve area. According to the tiger census report released on July 29, there are 260 tigers inside …

Another tiger dies in Maharashtra, 28 since January this year
1 year, 4 months ago

Another tiger dies in Maharashtra, 28 since January this year

Hindustan Times  

As many as 28 tigers were either found dead or were victims of poaching in Maharashtra since January this year. A full-grown tiger died of suspected electrocution in the vicinity of Khandal village under the neighbouring Bhandara forest division in the Tumsar forest range on Wednesday evening. Jhakad not only The recent tiger death near Tumsar, though, was not an …

M.P. strategy for tigers can help cheetahs too
1 year, 4 months ago

M.P. strategy for tigers can help cheetahs too

The Hindu  

Balancing the population of both predators and prey was a key factor enabling a 50% surge in Madhya Pradesh’s tiger population, helping the State snag the top spot in the 2022 census, according to tiger experts. An update to the 2022 tiger census publicised last week reported a total of 3,682 beasts, with M.P., for the second time in the …

Concerns over rising tiger population in Karnataka
1 year, 4 months ago

Concerns over rising tiger population in Karnataka

The Hindu  

The results of the latest survey on tiger population published by the Karnataka Forest Department and the all-India figures published by the National Tiger Conservation Authority indicate that the number of big cats has grown in the State. However, others argue that Bandipur and Nagarahole may have reached saturation point in terms of their tiger population and prey population and …

National Tiger Body Claims Decrease in Telangana's Numbers, Officials Dispute Claim
1 year, 4 months ago

National Tiger Body Claims Decrease in Telangana's Numbers, Officials Dispute Claim

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The number of big cats in Telangana’s protected areas of Kawal and Amrabad tiger reserves decreased from a total of 26 in 2018 to 21 in 2022, according to the National Tiger Conservation Authority. Telangana has a transient tiger population that is not reflected in the numbers released and these are tigers outside of the two reserves,” a senior …

India’s tiger population rises, Madhya Pradesh has most big cats
1 year, 4 months ago

India’s tiger population rises, Madhya Pradesh has most big cats

The Hindu  

July 29, 2023 09:56 pm | Updated July 30, 2023 08:08 am IST - NEW DELHI India’s tiger population increased to 3,682 in 2022, up from 2,967 in 2018, according to an estimate released on Saturday. India’s tigers are largely concentrated in 53 dedicated tiger reserves spread across 75,796 square km, spanning about 2.3% of India’s total land area. Enhanced …

Madhya Pradesh retains top position in tiger count; CM Chouhan congratulates people
1 year, 4 months ago

Madhya Pradesh retains top position in tiger count; CM Chouhan congratulates people

The Hindu  

The number of tigers in Madhya Pradesh rose to 785 in 2022 from 526 in 2018, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said on July 29 as he greeted the State’s people on International Tiger Day. Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change Bhupender Yadav also congratulated Madhya Pradesh for retaining its status as the “leading tiger State of India.” …

International Tiger Day 2023 | Rising Indian tiger population cause for celebration and concern
1 year, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day 2023 | Rising Indian tiger population cause for celebration and concern

The Hindu  

One tiger and scores of tourists in open jeeps asking each other in piercing whispers to be quiet as they train their binoculars and cameras on it, getting perilously close to the animal while they do so. The rising tiger population, which has also spotlighted the development versus ecology debate, is cause for celebration and also concern, experts said ahead …

International Tiger Day 2023: List of 10 prominent tiger reserves in India
1 year, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day 2023: List of 10 prominent tiger reserves in India

India TV News  

On July 29, 2023, people across the world will celebrate International Tiger Day. Kanha National Park: Located in Madhya Pradesh, this park covers over 940 square kilometres and has plenty of wildlife to offer, including tigers, leopards, sloth bears, wild dogs, antelopes, and more. Ranthambore National Park: Situated in Rajasthan, this stunning park covers about 400 square kilometres and is …

Tiger population on the rise in Karnataka, minimum estimates pegged at 435
1 year, 4 months ago

Tiger population on the rise in Karnataka, minimum estimates pegged at 435

The Hindu  

The tiger count in Karnataka has seen an increase with a minimum of 435 tigers as per the All India Tiger Estimation exercise conducted in 2022 compared to a minimum of 404 tigers that were estimated during the 2018 AITE exercise. Numbers based on camera trap images Kumar Pushkar, Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, said based on the 2018 …

International Tiger Day 2023: Must visit tiger reserves in India for an extraordinary wildlife experience
1 year, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day 2023: Must visit tiger reserves in India for an extraordinary wildlife experience

Hindustan Times  

International Tiger Day 2023: Must visit tiger reserves in India for an extraordinary wildlife experience On this International Tiger Day, let's explore the top tiger reserves in India, from the majestic Ranthambore National Park to the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.. 1 / 7 View Photos in a new improved layout Did you know that more than 70% of the world's tigers …

Foresters to strengthen tiger corridor linking NSTR to Seshachalam
1 year, 6 months ago

Foresters to strengthen tiger corridor linking NSTR to Seshachalam

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: The AP foresters would strengthen the notified tiger corridor connecting the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve to Seshachalam by providing the requisite amenities like water holes, vegetation and availability of herbivores. They have identified potential tiger habitats in Proddatur, Kadapa and Tirupati areas, these having connectivity to the tiger corridor, and also found NSTR with Lankamalleswara and other protected areas like …

Tigress spotted with cubs in Rajasthan’s Ranthambore Tiger Reserve: Official
1 year, 6 months ago

Tigress spotted with cubs in Rajasthan’s Ranthambore Tiger Reserve: Official

Hindustan Times  

Tigress T-124 was spotted with her cubs on Wednesday morning in a camera trap in the Rajbag forest area under zone 3 of Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan, said a senior forest official. Another Ranthambore tigress, T-117 delivered three cubs on April 15 in the Sarmathura forest area in the Dholpur district, which adjoins RTR, said the official, adding that …

Maharashtra: 2 tigresses captured in Chandrapur to be relocated to Nawegaon-Nagzira
1 year, 7 months ago

Maharashtra: 2 tigresses captured in Chandrapur to be relocated to Nawegaon-Nagzira

Hindustan Times  

The state wildlife wing on Tuesday captured two female tigers from two different landscapes, including one from the sensitive zone known for man-animal conflicts in Brahmapuri division and a tiger from Gadchiroli forest in Maharashtra. Jitendra Ramgaonkar, field director at Tadoba Tiger Reserves, said the captured tigers will be relocated to Nawegaon-Nagzira Tiger Reserve after they are examined by the …

‘We can easily reach 10,000 tigers’: Dr K. Ullas Karanth, leading tiger expert - Frontline
1 year, 7 months ago

‘We can easily reach 10,000 tigers’: Dr K. Ullas Karanth, leading tiger expert - Frontline

The Hindu  

Published : May 04, 2023 11:00 IST - 11 MINS READ With the recent announcement of India’s latest tiger population figures, the striped cats are in the news again. So, even assuming a modest rise in population density to 3 tigers per 100 sq km across the country’s tiger habitats, we can easily reach 10,000 tigers. Highlights “Even assuming a …

Explained | Why is there concern about the tiger population in the Western Ghats?
1 year, 8 months ago

Explained | Why is there concern about the tiger population in the Western Ghats?

The Hindu  

April 15, 2023 05:41 pm | Updated April 17, 2023 11:07 pm IST The story so far: To commemorate 50 years since Project Tiger — a landmark conservation programme to save Indian tigers from extinction — Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated an International Big Cat Alliance conference in Mysuru where he also revealed that India had a minimum of 3,167 …

Can we democratise tiger conservation in India?
1 year, 8 months ago

Can we democratise tiger conservation in India?

The Hindu  

“It is like a big safari park,” a Russian scientist working on Siberian tigers whispered conspiratorially to us after his first visit to Ranthambore National Park in 1996. But as we celebrate 50 years of the Act, and of the marquee Project Tiger that helped bring back our national animal from the brink of extinction, we also need to reflect …

Why 3,167 Tigers in a Land of 141 Crore Indians is a Huge Achievement - News18
1 year, 8 months ago

Why 3,167 Tigers in a Land of 141 Crore Indians is a Huge Achievement - News18

News 18  

It’s a great feeling to know that the number of tigers in the wild in India has gone up from 1,827 in 1973 when Project Tiger was launched to the more scientifically ascertained 1,411 in 2006 to 3,167 today. We were left with a colonial legacy that saw wild animals as “game” — to be killed at will for clearing …

Burning bright: on the latest quadrennial census of India’s wild tiger population
1 year, 8 months ago

Burning bright: on the latest quadrennial census of India’s wild tiger population

The Hindu  

India’s tiger population in 2022 was at least 3,167 cats, according to the results of the quadrennial census of the tiger population. Being able to ensure an increase in tiger numbers without relying on fenced reserves and by engaging the participation of forest-dwelling communities in conservation are distinct traits of India’s big cat conservation approach. The Western Ghats, while one …

International Tiger Day: India’s tiger population is rising: How will we accommodate the big cats?
1 year, 8 months ago

International Tiger Day: India’s tiger population is rising: How will we accommodate the big cats?

Firstpost  

India is home to 70 per cent of the world’s wild tiger population – approximately 3,682. According to the 5th cycle of the All India Tiger Estimation 2022 summary report, India has a minimum of 3,167 tigers and is now home to more than 70 per cent of the world’s wild tiger population. Further data analysis using the latest statistical …

Tiger population in India close to saturation point, says expert
1 year, 8 months ago

Tiger population in India close to saturation point, says expert

The Hindu  

The tiger population across many habitats may be approaching peak level and may plateau soon and one could not dream of high numbers in future. Speaking to The Hindu on Monday on the sidelines of the India Conservation Conference being held in the city as part of 50 Years of Project Tiger Mr. Rajesh Gopal said the tiger population was …

'Critical' Biodiversity Hotspot Western Ghats Show Dwindling Tiger Population in Latest Survey
1 year, 8 months ago

'Critical' Biodiversity Hotspot Western Ghats Show Dwindling Tiger Population in Latest Survey

News 18  

After decades of dwindling numbers, India’s tigers are roaring again. Barring a few areas, tiger occupancy has “decreased significantly” throughout the Western Ghats, including the Nilgiri biosphere landscape which is home to the world’s largest tiger population. Out of at least 1,062 tiger deaths recorded over the last 10 years, 35.2% were outside the protected areas and an additional 11.5% …

Amrabad is 'very good'; Kawal in a spot: Tiger report
1 year, 8 months ago

Amrabad is 'very good'; Kawal in a spot: Tiger report

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Amrabad tiger reserve has advanced to the 'Very Good' category, according to a report that Prime Minister Narendra Modi released on Sunday as he launched the commemoration of 50 years of Project Tiger. However, the “Status of Tigers Report 2022” said that the “local tiger population has become extinct in several areas, including tiger reserves like Kawal, Satkosia and …

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