Archive · 27 Jul 2026
India's rare white Malvi camel faces extinction
The Malvi camel, a rare white breed in India, is in danger of disappearing.
There are only 102 left, which is very few.
Scientists are trying to save them by breeding more camels and teaching people about their importance.
These camels are special because they are small and give good milk.
They live in parts of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
The scientists hope that with their help and the help of the community, they can save these unique camels from extinction.
Only 102 Malvi camels remain, placing them in the 'endangered' category.
The National Research Centre on Camel (NRCC) has initiated a breeding programme to increase their population.
Malvi camels are known for their distinct white colour and are valued for milk production.
Changing socio-economic conditions have contributed to the decline in their population.
The NRCC is engaging with livestock owners to promote the breed's utility and encourage its conservation.
- Who
- National Research Centre on Camel (NRCC)
- What
- Conservation and breeding programme for Malvi camels
- When
- Ongoing
- Where
- Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan
- Why
- To prevent the extinction of the rare Malvi camel breed
Conservation Efforts
Declining Population
Breeding Programs
Conservation Efforts
The National Research Centre on Camel (NRCC) has initiated a special breeding and conservation programme to increase the population of Malvi camels.
Declining Population
Despite conservation efforts, the Malvi camel population has declined sharply, with only 102 animals remaining.
Genetic Preservation
Conservation Efforts
Scientists are focusing on pure breeding techniques to preserve the genetic identity of the Malvi breed.
Declining Population
The declining population of Malvi camels threatens their genetic diversity and survival.
Community Involvement
Conservation Efforts
The NRCC is engaging with livestock owners to promote the breed's utility and encourage its conservation.
Declining Population
Changing socio-economic conditions and declining utility have contributed to the breed's dwindling population.
- Current Population
- 102
- Endangered Threshold
- 300 breeding females
- Milk Production
- 4-5 kg per cycle
- Primary Regions
- Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan
- Conservation Initiative
- National Research Centre on Camel (NRCC)