When we talk about Wildlife Conservation, the flagship species such as lions, tigers, elephants, polar bears and giant pandas are at the cente of discussion. While conservation efforts focused towards flagship species benefit other important species sharing the same habitat,  some species are clearly overlooked as evident by their declining numbers. One such species is […]

The Western Ghats of India are a mountain range that runs parallel to the western coast of India. It spanns six states and covering an area of approximately 140,000 square kilometers. The Western Ghats are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a biodiversity hotspot. The area is also home to several indigenous communities who have

Human wildlife conflict is when encounters between humans & wildlife lead to negative results such as loss of property, livelihoods and even life. This is a growing issue worldwide. India is also one of the countries facing severe consequences because of the human wildlife conflicts. But there are several technological advancements which have proven to

Jhum cultivation, also known as slash-and-burn agriculture, is a traditional farming practice that involves clearing a patch of land, burning the debris, and then planting crops in the ash-enriched soil. This practice has been used for centuries by indigenous communities in various parts of the world, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, Africa, and South

Asiatic lions, also known as the Indian lion, once roamed freely throughout Asia, from Turkey to India. However, today, they are only found in one place in the world, the Gir National Park in Gujarat,. This unique subspecies of lion has faced numerous threats, including habitat loss, poaching, and diseases, which have led to a

The international wildlife trade, both legal and illegal, has grown dramatically over the past few decades and the increase in human populations has created an increase in demand for wildlife products. Illegal trade also aims to satisfy the demand for exotic pets, fashion items and ornamental plants. CITES is increasingly being used to regulate international

Wildlife is significantly impacted by urbanization, which alters their behaviour, habitats, and migration patterns. Moreover, the effects of urbanization on the environment and wildlife include the pollution and depletion of water resources. This article will briefly explain how urbanization affects conservation. Urbanization contributes to Habitat Destruction Urbanization and habitat destruction are interconnected. As cities are

The Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972 has argubally been one of the most successful environmental legislations in world history. Recently, it underwent its most significant ammendments in 50 years. Here, the Wildlife (Protection) Ammendment Act 2022 will be reviewed. A Bit of History about the Wildlife Protection Act The Wildlife Protection Act was enacted in 1972

As Project Tiger celebrates its 50th Anniversary, India’s tiger population has finally breached 3,000 individuals. Project Tiger was established n response to the alarming decline in the population of tigers from around 40,000 in the early 20th century to just 1,800 by the early 1970s on April 1, 1973. The project was initially launched in

In the famous French movie ‘Mia and the White Lion’ , a young Mia is shocked when an adult lioness raised at her father’s lion farm is killed at point blank range by some wealthy tourists. Before the same fate befalls her best friend- an endangered White Lion, Mia decides to protect him and transport