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Sundarbans Tiger Population Rises, Cub Sightings Indicate Success

Sundarbans Tiger Population Rises, Cub Sightings Indicate Success
Sundarbans records rise in tiger population, presence of cubs signals success - Telegraph India · telegraphindia.com

The Sundarbans, a unique mangrove forest shared by India and Bangladesh, is seeing a rise in its tiger population.

Officials have reported that the number of tigers has increased, and there have been sightings of healthy cubs.

This is great news because it shows that the efforts to protect tigers in this area are working.

The Sundarbans can support about 4.68 tigers per 100 square kilometers, and currently, there are around 105 to 110 tigers.

The forest officials are using camera traps to monitor the tigers, and they are planning to share more details soon.

However, with more tigers, there is a concern about potential conflicts between humans and wildlife, especially since there are no tiger corridors linking the Sundarbans to other reserves.

Experts suggest that better coordination between India and Bangladesh is needed to ensure the continued success of tiger conservation in the Sundarbans.

Key facts

Current Tiger Population
105-110
Tiger Density
4.27 tigers per 100sqkm
Carrying Capacity
4.68 tigers per 100sqkm
Total Area of Sundarbans
10,000sqkm (4,000sqkm in India)
Sundarbans Tiger Reserve Area
2,600sqkm
South 24-Parganas Division Area
1,100sqkm
Camera Traps Installed
1,400

Quotes

Bengal forest minister Manoj Oraon

State forest minister of West Bengal

“"The tiger population in the Sundarbans has gone up,"" and" "The specific details will be shared later. The rise in the number of tigers is proof that conservation efforts in the mangrove delta are working. What is more encouraging is the sighting of healthy cubs."”
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“"Sundarbans has been witnessing a steady growth in the tiger population. The only concern is the dispersal of tigers if rising numbers lead to conflict."”
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