Archive · 28 Jul 2026

Sundarbans Tiger Population Rises, Cub Sightings Indicate Success

Sundarbans Tiger Population Rises, Cub Sightings Indicate Success

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.

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