(February 21, 2025) Leopards are adapting to central India’s urban jungle | Mongabay A study in central India examines how leopards in Indore and Jabalpur adapt to urban environments by modifying their habitat use and diet. Using camera traps, researchers identified key factors influencing leopard distribution. The study highlights the need for wildlife corridors, prey monitoring, and habitat preservation to minimise human-wildlife conflict. This dolphin sanctuary in Bihar is India’s first prote...

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(February 14, 2025) Global report stresses on role of wild animals, rewilding in wetland conservation | Deccan Herald The ‘Taking Animals into Account’ report highlights the critical role of wild animals in wetland conservation, biodiversity restoration, and climate resilience. A case study from India emphasises the Sarus crane’s ecological and cultural significance, noting its contribution to wetland health and small-scale farming. Conservation efforts in eastern Uttar Pradesh have safeguarded...

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(February 10, 2025) The following content is compiled from publicly available sources and does not represent the views of WCS-India. Reported species in seizure incidents may differ from actual occurrences due to challenges in verifying species identification, geographical differences, and varying levels of detail in local reporting. Please interpret this information within the newsletter with caution, as it may not always reflect precise or validated identification.  We collected and collated 65 illegal wi...

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(February 07, 2025) Drones take wildlife conservation to new heights | Mongabay Drones enhance wildlife conservation by aiding habitat surveys, animal tracking, and population estimation while reducing human effort and costs. Researchers highlight their role in studying elusive species and improving data accuracy. Challenges include battery limitations, high costs, and responsible usage to minimise wildlife disturbance. Tiger population in India increased by 30% over past two decades: NCBS study | The Hindu...

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