International Tiger Day: Odisha zoo to release captive bred tigers in the wild
2 years, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day: Odisha zoo to release captive bred tigers in the wild

Hindustan Times  

The authorities of Odisha's Nandankanan Zoo have said they have prepared a roadmap to rewild captive-born tigers in order to increase their number in the state's forests. On the occasion of International Tiger Day, Odisha Postal Circle issued commemorative postal cover and postcard. On the occasion of International Tiger Day on Friday, Nandankanan Zoo Director Manoj V Nair said that the captive-born tiger cubs will be released into forests as part of the rewilding process but it may take around a year as a scientific process needs to be followed. As part of the celebrations of International Tiger Day, the Nandankanan Zoo authorities fed chicken to the big cats.

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NTCA green-lights world’s first melanistic tiger safari near Similipal in Odisha
3 months, 2 weeks ago

NTCA green-lights world’s first melanistic tiger safari near Similipal in Odisha

Hindustan Times  

The National Tiger Conservation Authority has green-lighted the world’s first melanistic tiger safari near Similipal tiger reserve of Odisha, officials aware of the matter said on Monday. Simlipal tiger reserve is the only tiger habitat in the world to have melanistic tigers that have broad black stripes running across their bodies and thicker than those seen in normal tigers. While …

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 …

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 …

Melanistic tiger safari: Odisha government awaits technical nod
5 months, 1 week ago

Melanistic tiger safari: Odisha government awaits technical nod

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR : The state government is waiting for final approval of the detailed project report from the technical committee of National Tiger Conservation Authority and Central Zoo Authority to proceed further in setting up a melanistic tiger safari in the state. After in-principle approval was accorded for the project, a technical committee comprising members of both NTCA and CZA paid …

Odisha to establish a melanistic tiger safari – a first of its kind in the world
11 months ago

Odisha to establish a melanistic tiger safari – a first of its kind in the world

The Hindu  

The Odisha Government on January 24 announced to establish a melanistic tiger safari — a first of its kind in the world. “Glad to announce that Odisha is setting up an exclusive melanistic tiger safari near Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj. According to Susanta Nanda, Principal Chief Conservator of Forest, the site is about 15 km from the Similipal Tiger …

Two tiger cubs to be put up in Delhi zoo enclosures
1 year ago

Two tiger cubs to be put up in Delhi zoo enclosures

Hindustan Times  

The two Royal Bengal tiger cubs born at the Delhi Zoo in May this year will likely be released into the animal enclosure for public viewing on Tuesday, according to Delhi zoo officials aware of the matter. Officials said the last time a Royal Bengal tiger cub was born at the zoo was on January 16, 2005, making it nearly …

Global Tiger Day: Importance of big-cat conservation stressed at Lko zoo
1 year, 4 months ago

Global Tiger Day: Importance of big-cat conservation stressed at Lko zoo

Hindustan Times  

The Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden observed Global Tiger Day in the presence of zoo officials and state ministers, on Tuesday. The student prize winners and officials who were felicitated at the Lucknow zoo celebration of Global Tiger Day, with zoo director Aditi Sharma, and forest minister Arun Kumar Saxena Arun Kumar Saxena, state minister for the department of …

International Tiger Day: History shows how big cat count declined in India
1 year, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day: History shows how big cat count declined in India

India Today  

In order to celebrate the mighty big cats, July 29 marks International Tiger Day. Indian tigers are considered to be the most ferocious of all tiger breeds, and in recent times, the number of tigers has seen an increase in the country, an annual rise of 6 per cent, according to the latest government data released on Saturday. Mughal emperor …

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 …

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 …

After 18 years, 2 Royal Bengal tiger cubs born in Delhi zoo
1 year, 7 months ago

After 18 years, 2 Royal Bengal tiger cubs born in Delhi zoo

Hindustan Times  

After an 18-year wait, Royal Bengal tiger cubs were born at the Delhi Zoo. The last time a Royal Bengal tiger cub was born at the zoo was on January 16, 2005, making it nearly two decades since the animal was successfully bred, the official said. The birth of these pair of white tiger and Royal Bengal tiger cubs means …

Royal Bengal Tigress Siddhi delivered five cubs, two alive and three stillborn: National Zoological Park Delhi
1 year, 7 months ago

Royal Bengal Tigress Siddhi delivered five cubs, two alive and three stillborn: National Zoological Park Delhi

India TV News  

National Zoological Park, Delhi on Monday said the Royal Bengal Tigress Siddhi delivered five cubs, two alive and three stillborn on 4th May. BTR deputy field director Lavit Bharti said the decomposed body of the tiger, aged 10 to 12 years, was found in the Panpatha buffer zone two days back. Two Royal Bengal tiger cubs at Mumbai zoo Visitors …

Tiger from Rajasthan’s Ranthambore reserve spotted in MP’s Kuno National Park
1 year, 7 months ago

Tiger from Rajasthan’s Ranthambore reserve spotted in MP’s Kuno National Park

Hindustan Times  

A tiger from Ranthambore tiger reserve in Rajasthan, who has been roaming around in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur forest for the past two months, has entered Kuno National Park, a forest official said on Monday. Around half a dozen tigers from Ranthambore have entered Kuno in the past eight years The male tiger named T-136 has been trying to make its …

The Hindu Archives, fifty years ago, March 31, 1973 | A great day for the Indian tiger
1 year, 8 months ago

The Hindu Archives, fifty years ago, March 31, 1973 | A great day for the Indian tiger

The Hindu  

New Delhi, March 30: April 1 promises to be a great day for the Indian tiger which has recently taken the place of the lion as the national animal, as a new project will be launched on that day to save this species from extinction. The Project Tiger, as it is called, will be inaugurated at the famous Corbett National …

Odisha's Nandankanan Zoo plans to rewild captive-born tigers in order to increase their numbers in forests
2 years, 4 months ago

Odisha's Nandankanan Zoo plans to rewild captive-born tigers in order to increase their numbers in forests

Firstpost  

Rewilding is a conservation strategy used to promote biodiversity in an area by reintroducing plant and animal species that have been decreased mainly because of humans Bhubaneswar: The authorities of Odisha’s Nandankanan Zoo have said they have prepared a roadmap to rewild captive-born tigers in order to increase their number in the state’s forests. On the occasion of International Tiger …

Hyderabad photographer captures native tigers
2 years, 4 months ago

Hyderabad photographer captures native tigers

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Commemorating the international tiger day, city-based photographer Anjani Singamaneni put on display for the first time wildlife photographs exclusively from the Nagarjuna Srisailam tiger reserve here on Friday. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, the award-winning photographer said, “Previously any event conducted in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on the international tiger day displayed tigers from other forests of the country, except …

International Tiger Day 2022: History, significance and why the day is celebrated
2 years, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day 2022: History, significance and why the day is celebrated

Firstpost  

Tigers are unfortunately the species that are nearing extinction. Therefore, to spread awareness about the need to conserve tigers, International Tiger Day is marked every year International Tiger Day or World Tiger Day is celebrated annually on 29 July to make people aware of the dangers and problems faced by tigers around the globe. Therefore, to spread awareness about the …

International Tiger Day: Some interesting facts about the apex predator
2 years, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day: Some interesting facts about the apex predator

Firstpost  

International Tiger Day is celebrated to draw attention to the magnificent species and how they are threatened with extinction. Marked on 29 July annually, the day aims to highlight the need for conservation of tigers and how governments, individuals and organisations can help in the endeavour Tigers are one of the most elegant wildlife species to exist on the planet. …

Eye of the tiger: Why spotting these iconic big cats in India has never been easier
2 years, 4 months ago

Eye of the tiger: Why spotting these iconic big cats in India has never been easier

The Independent  

“I’ve never seen one,” says Sandeep, a 51-year-old Mumbai resident who has just clambered into the back of the open-top jeep in which I sit, parked outside the entrance of Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve. Actually, they now need to open new parks and relocate some tigers because there are too many competing for too little space.” Thanks to the country’s …

International Tiger Day 2021: Here's What You Can do to Save the Tiger
3 years, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day 2021: Here's What You Can do to Save the Tiger

News 18  

Tigers are one of the most beautiful felines that are on the verge of extinction. International Tiger Day celebrated on July 29 aims at spreading awareness about tigers and their conservation to ensure this species survival. As we celebrate this international tiger day, let’s raise our awareness by taking a look at some of the ways we could protect the …

International Tiger Day 2021: Interesting Facts and the Importance of Wild Cats in Human Life
3 years, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day 2021: Interesting Facts and the Importance of Wild Cats in Human Life

News 18  

International Tiger Day is celebrated on July 29 every year to generate awareness regarding the dwindling population of the species. According to the World Wide Fund for Nature numbers of the Wild Tiger dropped by more than 95% over the last 150 years. 2022, which happens to be Chinese year of the Tiger, has been marked as the year when …

International Tiger Day 2021: History, Theme, and Significance
3 years, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day 2021: History, Theme, and Significance

News 18  

Tiger is a royal and majestic animal which plays a vital role in maintaining the health and diversity of an ecosystem. Therefore, to spread awareness on tiger conservation, International Tiger Day or Global Tiger Day is celebrated every year on July 29. International Tiger Day: History The date July 29 is historic because on this day several countries signed the …

International Tiger Day: Date, history, significance, celebration, theme, messages, images and quotes
3 years, 4 months ago

International Tiger Day: Date, history, significance, celebration, theme, messages, images and quotes

India Today  

For thousands of years, the tiger has been the most iconic of the big cat family. Date: Every year, International Tiger Day is observed on July 29. Significance and Theme According to the World Wildlife Fund, it is estimated that only 3900 tigers remain in the wild, whereas in some areas, like Southeast Asia, tigers are still in crisis and …

SBI Adopts 15 Tigers in Hyderabad Zoo for 9th Year in a Row
4 years, 1 month ago

SBI Adopts 15 Tigers in Hyderabad Zoo for 9th Year in a Row

News 18  

The State Bank of India, Hyderabad Circle, has come forward to adopt 15 tigers at Nehru Zoological Park here for one year. Sobha thanked Mishra for showing a great gesture towards Wildlife Conservation by adopting of 15 Tigers at Nehru Zoological Park for the consecutive ninth year. Mishra said that SBI is playing vital role in the conservation of tigers …

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