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Ranthambore Tiger Strays Near Hotel, Safely Returns
9 Mar
Summary
- A tiger from Ranthambore Tiger Reserve returned to the park.
- Overpopulation is a challenge, with 70 tigers in space for 50.
- Young tigers seek new territories, leading to venturing outside.
A tiger that strayed from Ranthambore Tiger Reserve and was sighted near a luxury hotel has successfully returned to the park. Forest officials monitored the animal's movements closely, ensuring its safe passage back into the reserve. This event underscores the growing pressure on Ranthambore due to its increasing tiger population.
The reserve, located in Rajasthan, is home to around 70 tigers, exceeding the ideal capacity of 40-50. This overcrowding is compelling younger tigers to seek new territories, often leading them outside the protected forest areas and through wildlife corridors.
Experts suggest managing this situation by developing suitable habitats in areas like Kailadevi Wildlife Sanctuary and potentially relocating sub-adult tigers to regions with lower tiger density. Strengthening wildlife corridors and expanding habitat connectivity are also recommended measures to alleviate pressure on Ranthambore.
