Sariska: The tiger population at Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan has hit a three-decade high of 30, with the birth of two cubs in recent months. The reserve, which was once home to over 100 tigers, was declared a “tigerless” area in 2004 due to poaching and habitat loss. However, a concerted effort by the forest department and wildlife conservationists has led to a significant increase in the tiger population in recent years.
The birth of the two cubs was captured on camera in the buffer zone of the park near Alwar on July 6. The cubs appear to be three months old and are the offspring of ST-19, a male tiger who was translocated to Sariska from Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in 2019.
The increase in the tiger population at Sariska is a welcome development, but there is still much work to be done. The reserve is still home to a number of threats, including poaching, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict. The forest department and wildlife conservationists will need to continue their efforts to ensure the long-term survival of tigers at Sariska.
The increase in the tiger population at Sariska is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the forest department and wildlife conservationists. It is also a sign of hope for the future of tigers in India. With continued efforts, Sariska can once again become a thriving tiger reserve and a beacon of hope for the conservation of this iconic species.
The success of Sariska is a model for other tiger reserves in India. With continued efforts, it is possible to bring tigers back from the brink of extinction and ensure their survival for future generations.