Sloth Bear in the wild
Image credit: Keystone Foundation
Project

Preventing Human-Wildlife Conflict in Kotagiri

Duration
2022 - 2023
Location
India
Species protected
Sloth Bear Melursus ursinus
Gaur Bos gaurus
Leopard Panthera pardus

Project objectives

This project aims to prevent negative human wildlife interactions in residential areas next to forests by using research and effective communication to foster a better understanding of wildlife. Ultimately the goal is to ensure the safety of both human beings and the wildlife, who live in close proximity to each other.

This project is implemented by the Keystone Foundation.

Threats

Human-wildlife conflict