Animal Census is the systematic process of estimating wildlife populations to monitor their status, track population trends, and support conservation efforts.

Methods :- Camera Trapping / Transect Surveys / Radio Telemetry/GPS Tracking / DNA Analysis / Aerial Surveys / Call Count Method Etc.

Animal Census Frequency in India

1. Tiger Census - Every 4 years
2. Leopard Census - Every 4 years.
3. Elephant Census - Every 5 years
4. Lion Census - Every 5 years.
5.Rhino Census - Every 3 years.
6. Dolphin Census - Every 2 years.

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Which Indian State is Known as the Land of Forests?

_Jharkhand is known as the “Land of Forests” because its name means “land covered with forests.” The state has large forest areas, including the Saranda Forest, the largest Sal forest in Asia. Jharkhand’s forests are vital for its wildlife, people, and the environment._

According to the 2023 India State of Forest Report, Jharkhand's forest area in 2023 is recorded as 23,765.78 square kilometers which represents approximately 29.81% of the state's total geographical area; showing a slight increase in forest cover compared to 2021 .

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World Wildlife Day is celebrated on March 3rd each year to raise awareness about the importance of wildlife and their conservation.

Theme :- : “Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Planet.”

Background of World Wildlife Day

On December 20, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) formally established March 3 as UN World Wildlife Day under Resolution A/RES/68/205.

Total Wildlife Sanctuaries :- 573

Total National Parks :- 107

Total Bird Sanctuaries in India :- 72

Total Biosphere reserves in India : 18

Total Tiger Reserves In India :- 58

Total Elephant Reserves In India : 33

Total Ramsar Sites ( wetlands) :- 91

Total Biodiversity Hotspot 🇮🇳 :- 4
World :- 36

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NEW CENTRE FOR HUMAN-WILDLIFE CONFLICT MITIGATION

A dedicated Centre under the Wildlife Institute of India will be established at the SACON Campus, Coimbatore, to support states in mitigating human-wildlife conflicts through research, training, and strategic interventions.

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Madhav National Park became the country's 58th tiger reserve after the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change notified it on Saturday. This is MP's 9th Tiger Reserve in the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, with a total area of 354.85 sq km.

Total Tiger Reserves :- 58

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India once again broke their record for eBird checklists with 69,112 submissions.

India found 1,085 species this year, 46 more than last year. Merlin use grew with 9,925 identifications. The state of West Bengal had the most species reported with 540.

March 20th, is World Sparrow Day, an annual event initiated by "Nature Forever Society" to raise awareness about the declining sparrow population and promote their conservation.

The theme for 2025 is "A Tribute to Nature's Tiny Messengers".

🌳 International Day of Forests 2025 🌍
🌿 Theme: "Forests and Food" 🍃🍎
Observed on March 21 every year, the International Day of Forests highlights the importance of forests in sustaining life. Established by the UN in 2012, this day raises awareness about forest conservation and management.

🌱 Purpose:

✅ Emphasize forests’ role in food security & nutrition 🥗🌾
✅ Support livelihoods & economic well-being 👩‍🌾💰
✅ Promote climate action & sustainability 🌎🔥
✅ Protect biodiversity & ecosystems 🦉🌿

🌍🌳 Forests are vital for a healthy planet and a food-secure future—let’s protect them! 🌱💚

27 GIS RESEARCH IDEAS ON FORESTRY

GIS plays a crucial role in forestry by enabling data-driven decision-making, monitoring forest changes, and improving conservation efforts. It helps in tracking deforestation, assessing carbon sequestration, managing biodiversity, and mitigating forest fires. Below are 27 GIS-based research ideas that can contribute to sustainable forest management.

Today is March 26, the anniversary of the Chipko Movement. This year also marks the birth centenary of Gaura Devi, a key leader of the Chipko Movement. Chipko was a famous environmental movement in India that began in 1973 in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand.

The main objective of this movement was to stop the reckless deforestation and protect the environment.

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India's Great Green Wall: A Step Towards Sustainability

India is launching its own Great Green Wall from Porbandar to Rajghat to restore the Aravalli ecosystem, curb desertification, and combat climate change.

Key Benefits:
✅ Acts as a carbon sink
✅ Prevents Thar Desert expansion
✅ Boosts groundwater recharge
✅ Provides livelihood opportunities
✅ Restores degraded land

Project Scale: Covers: 27 districts
(3 states + Delhi) Cost: ₹7,500 crore
Target: Completion by 2027
Funding: 78% Centre, 20% States, 2% Others

Inspired by Africa's Great Green Wall, this initiative is a bold step for a greener, healthier India!

Mukhi, India's first native cheetah, has turned two 🎉, marking a significant milestone in the country's cheetah conservation efforts at Kuno National Park 🐆. As the first cheetah born in India after reintroduction, Mukhi has successfully mastered hunting and is now self-sufficient in the wild 🏞️. This achievement symbolizes the progress in restoring the cheetah population in India 🌱, with Mukhi expected to contribute to the species' future growth at Kuno 🌍.

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