Archive · 25 May 2025
Gujarat's Lion Census: A Detailed Look at the Process
The recent lion census in Gujarat found more lions than ever!
Experts counted 891 lions across a wide area.
This was done using a special method where they checked the same areas multiple times.
They also had safety measures in place, including doctors, and everyone was very experienced.
The new lions are spreading out and the area the lions are being seen has increased.
Although there are concerns about where lions are expanding to, there is a general sense of success.
The Asiatic lion population in Gujarat has increased to 891.
The census covered 35,000 square kilometers.
The direct beat verification method was used for the census.
The census involved specialized control centers and experienced observers.
Teams used technology and safety measures to ensure accuracy.
- Who
- The forest department.
- What
- A lion census.
- When
- Not explicitly stated in the article.
- Where
- Gujarat, India.
- Why
- To accurately estimate the population of Asiatic lions.
Overall Success
Potential Issues
Human-Animal Conflict
Overall Success
The lion population increase is overall beneficial.
Potential Issues
Lions present outside core zones may lead to economic losses for those living close to lions.
- Lion Population
- 891
- Census Area
- 35,000 sq km
- Census Method
- Direct Beat Verification
- Specialized Control Centers
- 3
- Lion census tradition started
- 1963
