Livestock are threatened by predators — but old-fashioned shepherding may be an effective solution
Killing predators may decrease their numbers in the short term, but there is no evidence that it is an effective way to protect livestock in the …
The forgotten tigons and litigons of Alipore Zoo and other hybrids: Part 4
In the spirit of open mindedness and reason, let us hope that a better and more nuanced understanding of hybridisation and the species concept …
Bihar adds elephant centre to Valmiki Tiger Reserve, experts see challenges
Centre in Valmiki Tiger Reserve will provide perfect natural habitat but increase human-animal conflicts, conservationists say
Jumbo graveyard: Odisha registers 282 elephant deaths since 2018
As many as 2 Bengal tigers and 15 leopards also died in the state in the same period
Tigress that killed 3 in Bihar dies
The tigress had created panic in West Champaran district. It was wounded and unable to hunt due to old age, said forest officials
Wild Emergency: From sensational to sensible
The National Board of Wildlife’s recommendation that state governments use Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code while dealing with …
A flawed effort
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Signs of hope for tigers and rhinos
Two recent raids have proved to be a setback for the lucrative wildlife trade in India. Though enforcement agencies are becoming more efficient, …
New strategy suggested to save crocodiles
Respecting the territorial rights of crocodiles will help reduce the chances of conflict between the interests of humans and reptiles.
For the people
Conservation policies practised in the developing world need to tread cautiously on territories which had for generations, belonged to the people,…
Dying on the edge
To reduce human-animal conflict, a 14-km-long wall will be built along the southern border of Corbett Tiger Reserve. But wall will cost Rs 4.5 …
Tracking Tigers
The pugmark method of counting tigers in the wild is a tedious exercise. But this method really works amidst all modern criticism and technology
"We don't intend to threaten India"
The Environmental Investigation Agency ( eia) is one of the leading international environment organisations in London. Recently, it has …
Corridors of uncertainty
Saving corridors connecting big cat habitats is a must
Tension over relocation at Melghat sanctuary
Allow rich people with large farmlands to keep tigers as pets, says MP minister
Kusum Singh Mahdele has written to the government asking it to consider domesticating lions and tigers as a method of conservation
Waghoba: How the indigenous Warlis of western India find the Divine in big cats
The Warli worship of Waghoba and their co-existence with big cats is an example of what has been stated in recent years: Indigenous peoples are …
Will new airstrip in Kerala’s Idukki be a permanent threat to Periyar Tiger Reserve
The airstrip is being built hardly 600 metres away from the boundary of the reserve
10 Most Critically Endangered Animals in the world
These 10 species are the most likely to go extinct in the next few years
NGT and Bombay High Court clash over National Highway 7 widening
Bombay High Court clears tree-felling in critical tiger habitat against NGT ruling
To mine or not to mine
Aid for Manas
100 more lions, tigers
TIGER-DEATH PROBE REPORT
Holistic approach