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Andhra Pradesh to receive tigresses from MP for conservation
19 Jun
Summary
- Andhra Pradesh will receive three tigresses from Madhya Pradesh.
- This transfer aims to boost Andhra Pradesh's tiger population.
- Cooperation includes potential exchange of dholes and other species.

Andhra Pradesh is set to significantly advance its wildlife conservation strategies through a new inter-state agreement. Madhya Pradesh has committed to providing three tigresses to Andhra Pradesh, a move designed to reinforce the latter's tiger population. This decision was finalized during a high-level review meeting in Madhya Pradesh.
This collaborative effort is expected to involve an exchange of species, with Madhya Pradesh potentially receiving dholes, also known as Indian wild dogs, and other wildlife from Andhra Pradesh. Such translocations are crucial for maintaining genetic diversity and strengthening endangered species populations.
The initiative aligns with broader national goals for scientific wildlife management, including habitat restoration. Madhya Pradesh is also planning the reintroduction of the Great Indian Bustard, highlighting a concerted push to revive threatened species across India.