Buffer Zones are a critical part of any protected area around the world. A buffer zone is often referred to as an area between two or more other areas and functions to reduce interactions between them. Applying this concept in conservation biology, many researchers, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and government agencies have advocated the creation of […]

“You must collect things for reasons you don’t yet understand” – Daniel Boorstin. These words have served as a slogan for the world’s oldest and first ever cryogenic storage facility for biodiversity conservation, The Frozen Zoo for nearly 50 decades. The Frozen Zoo is located at the Beckman Center for Conservation Research, San Diego Zoo

Rapid urbanization and the burgeoning human population have a direct impact on the availability of land for wildlife to inhabit independently. Due to humans’ predominantly diurnal habits, wildlife often adapts to nocturnal activity patterns, typically near the peripheries of protected areas, where they are frequently observed at night while searching for prey. Gaynor et al.

An estimated 100 million sharks are lost annually to human activities. Much of this catastrophic phenomenon is caused by the excessive demand for shark fin soup. This delicacy is popular in East Asia, particularly China, which has become an epicenter for the consumption of exotic wildlife. A large population of sharks is also lost as

With rampant urban development, there has been an increase in competition for limited resources between humans and wildlife. Often, these have severe consequences. Injuries to wildlife due to road accidents, ill-treatment, undernourishment, and mishandling in captivity are highly prevalent. This often leads to the need for wildlife rehabilitation centers. What is wildlife rehabilitation? Wildlife rehabilitation

All living organisms are biological beings and share a common and intertwined biological heritage. We, humans are mere one of the thousand species of organisms to inhabit this planet. Yet, we control the existence of all other living beings to an extent we decide who will live and who will die. Since evolution, humans have

India has set up 106 National Parks, 325 bio-reserves and 567 sanctuaries (as of January 2023) to protect and preserve its wildlife. This proliferation of protected areas stemmed from the establishment of Project Tiger and Wildlife Protected Laws in the 1970s, led by a foreword thinking Indira Gandhi. Unsurprisingly, this has led to the conservation

The Amur Falcon (Falco amurensis) magnificent migratory raptor known for its awe-inspiring long-distance journeys across continents. Every year, these agile birds undertake one of the most incredible migrations, traveling thousands of kilometers from Siberia to their wintering grounds in North-east India, particularly Nagaland and Manipur. This remarkable avian spectacle attracts enthusiasts and researchers alike. However,

Elephants are majestic and intelligent creatures that have roamed the Earth for millions of years. As megaherbivores, they play a crucial role in shaping ecosystems by dispersing seeds and creating habitats. However, as human populations expand and encroach upon natural habitats, elephants often find themselves in close proximity to agricultural lands. This proximity has led