From zero to 26, estimation shows signs of Nilgiri Tahrs’ revival in Coimbatore Forest Division
A recent population survey indicates a potential revival of the Nilgiri Tahr in the Coimbatore Forest Division, with estimates rising from zero to 26 individuals. Conservationists suggest that habitat enrichment and the removal of invasive plants are necessary to sustain this recovery.
Why it matters
The Nilgiri Tahr is a state animal, and its recovery is a critical indicator of the health of fragmented high-altitude ecosystems in India.
The results of the third synchronised population estimation of Nilgiri Tahr indicate signs of revival of the State animal in the fragmented habitats of the Coimbatore Forest Division.
The article provides factual reporting on environmental survey data.
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