Wildlife Institute of India
GPS-Tagged Amur Falcons Embark on Epic 3,000 km Migration Journey from India to Africa
Nov 17, 2025 05:39 pm CST
Three GPS-tagged Amur falcons named Apapang, Alang, and Ahu have begun their remarkable migration journey from northeastern India to Africa. Tracked by the Wildlife Institute of India, these 150-gram birds are undertaking a challenging 3,000 km non-stop flight across the Arabian Sea, showcasing the success of conservation efforts that transformed these once-hunted birds into protected migrants.
Man-Eater Leopard Eliminated in Pune District After Fatal Attacks: Human-Wildlife Conflict Management Challenges
Nov 05, 2025 09:44 pm CST
A leopard responsible for multiple human fatalities in Pune's Shirur tehsil was shot by forest officials after tranquilization attempts failed. The incident highlights growing human-wildlife conflicts in Maharashtra, where approximately 1,300 leopards inhabit Pune and Ahilyanagar districts, prompting authorities to consider population control measures while environmentalists call for landscape-based solutions.
India's First DNA-Based Wild Elephant Census Reveals Population of 22,446 - Comprehensive Study Shows Regional Distribution
Oct 15, 2025 02:30 pm CST
India's first DNA-based elephant census reveals a population of 22,446 wild elephants, approximately 17% lower than previous estimates. Using advanced genetic methods, researchers collected over 21,000 dung samples across 6.7 lakh kilometers of forest trails. The Western Ghats remains the largest elephant habitat with Karnataka leading in state-wise population. The study highlights ongoing conservation challenges including habitat loss and human-elephant conflict affecting this keystone species that represents 60% of remaining Asian elephants worldwide.