Citizens rally for wildlife with ‘Walk for Bandipur’ campaign | The Hindu
Citizens and activists participated in the ‘Walk for Bandipur’ campaign in Mysuru on April 6, urging the Karnataka government to retain the night traffic ban through Bandipur Tiger Reserve. Organised by the United Conservation Movement, the rally included locals and conservationists concerned about potential ecological impacts if the ban is lifted. Participants submitted a memorandum and plan further outreach to raise awareness and support for continued wildlife protection.
India's rivers are home to 6,000 dolphins - but they are in trouble | BBC
A new survey has counted 6,327 river dolphins in India, including 6,324 Gangetic dolphins and three Indus dolphins, highlighting both progress and ongoing threats to the endangered species. Conducted by the Wildlife Institute of India, the study spans 58 rivers across 10 states. Despite conservation measures, challenges such as poaching, fishing net entanglement, and rising river cruise traffic continue to endanger dolphin populations.
Captive-raised chicks offer hope for extremely rare great Indian bustard | Mongabay
A captive-breeding programme has raised over 50 great Indian bustards, offering hope for the critically endangered species, which has fewer than 150 individuals left in the wild. Led by the Wildlife Institute of India, the initiative plans to begin reintroductions by 2026. Experts warn, however, that habitat loss and infrastructure development continue to threaten the species' survival.
First photograph of rare Woolly Flying Squirrel recorded in Himachal's Miyar Valley | Deccan Herald
The Himachal Pradesh Forest Department has recorded the first-ever photographic evidence of the Woolly Flying Squirrel in Miyar Valley, Lahaul and Spiti. Captured during a 2024 camera-trapping survey under the Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) initiative, the rediscovery highlights the valley’s biodiversity. Other species, including snow leopards and Himalayan wolves, were also documented, reinforcing the need for continued high-altitude conservation efforts.
Researchers launch study on Indian wolf in Satara’s Man tehsil | Times of India
To address rising human-wolf conflict in Maharashtra’s Man tehsil, the Kirkasal Biodiversity Management Committee has launched a year-long study on the Indian wolf, supported by WWF India and the Habitat Trust. Covering 370 sq km across 25 villages, the study aims to assess wolf populations, habitat, and conflict patterns, while mapping critical areas and involving locals to develop conservation strategies for this endangered species.