India needs a single, comprehensive policy to tackle invasive species: Ankila Hiremath | Down to Earth
Invasive alien species are a significant driver of biodiversity loss globally. Ankila Hiremath, a plant ecologist, discusses the history and impact of invasive species. She emphasizes the need for mitigation rather than restoration to a pre-invasion state. In the context of India, Hiremath notes that efforts to address invasive species have been more reactive than proactive and calls for comprehensive legislation and a single nodal agency to manage invasive species effectively.
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Wildlife SOS’ Revolutionary Study To Track Sloth Bears In Karnataka | Wildlife SOS
Sloth bears, endemic to India, face habitat loss and fragmentation due to development, cultivation, and mining activities. These factors have led to increased human-wildlife conflicts. Wildlife SOS conducted a habitat study of sloth bears using GPS collars to track their movements, habitat selection, and distribution. The study aims to identify the causes and nature of human-bear conflict and develop effective mitigation strategies.
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Green pilgrimage model balances faith and conservation | Mongabay
Comprehensive guidelines have been developed in India to manage pilgrimages and festivals in tiger reserves, aiming to balance conservation with religious practices. The guidelines, created by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), aim to help reserves manage religious tourism. The guidelines emphasize the importance of stakeholder involvement and faith-based conservation messages to achieve long-term results.
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91% of India’s marine fish stock healthy, says study | The Hindu
A study carried out by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) pointed out that 91.1% of the 135 fish stocks assessed in 2022 were healthy. The findings mark a milestone in the country’s efforts to maintain the sustainability of its marine fisheries.
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Karnataka govt mulls elephant camp in Hassan district to reduce man-animal conflicts | Indian Express
The Karnataka government is planning to establish an elephant camp in Hassan district to address the increasing human-elephant conflicts. The government has allocated Rs 100 crore for the construction of railway barricades to prevent elephant intrusions. The state is taking action against illegal mining in forested areas and is addressing land ownership disputes through joint surveys conducted by the forest and revenue departments.
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