Chennai : As the sun sets over the Bay of Bengal and the shadows of the surviving palms lengthen, Charles takes his sole surviving companion, a black dog, out for a walk on the Marina beach of Chennai . Strewn with rubble, thatch and a few carcasses, the Marina beach […] Read more »
Wildlife Rehabilitators’ Exchange Network
New Delhi : To further strengthen and streamline wildlife rehabilitation efforts in country, the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) – with the support of the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) – has launched its new “Wildlife Rehabilitators Exchange Network” (WREN), an association of wildlife rehabilitators in India. Read more »
Insurance covers accidental death of Watcher
Eravikulam National Park, Kerala: Protecting those who protect our wildlife is just one of the programs that the Wildlife Trust of India(WTI) has under its umbrella that encompasses the gamut of conservation action. Read more »
Vaccination for domestic animals around Manas Tiger Reserve
Manas Tiger Reserve: Domesticated animals in villages skirting Manas Tiger Reserve, Assam were susceptible to diseases like Foot and Mouth disease(FMD), Haemorragic septicimea(HS) and Black Ouarter(BQ) after the flash floods hit the area during October, 2004. Read more »
Unique methods to build awareness sparks interest in Educators
Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Vhali, the inflatable model of the whale shark caught the eye of the international participants at the Education for Sustainable Development(ESD) International Conference, between 18th to 20th January 2005 at Ahmedabad. Read more »
Insurance Shield for Guardians of the Wild
New Delhi: A unique insurance scheme initiated by the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), under its Van Rakshak Programme (VRP), to provide insurance cover to forest guards and casual workers of all protected areas in the country that was formally launched in 2001 has covered 21 states today. Four years […] Read more »
Whale Shark Draws Crowds in Ahmedabad School
Ahmedabad: A 40 ft whale shark in the middle of a basket ball court at St. Xavier’s Loyola Hall, Ahmedabad drew young and old alike and caught the imagination of visitors, who had a field day out at Bal Vividha. The model was displayed by the Wildlife Trust of India […] Read more »
Quality Control For Wildlife Trade
New Delhi : “Honour among thieves” came to light when signatures and stamps were found on seized leopard skins certifying approval of the quality. A large consignment of leopard and otter skins was intercepted and seized by the Delhi Police on 6th April 2005 . Many of the leopard skins had a rubber stamp […] Read more »
Seventh Venu Menon National Animal Awards
February : The 7th Venu Menon National Animal Awards Ceremony was held today at a glittering function in New Delhi to honor people who have worked towards animal care. Former Prime Minister, Mr. I.K. Gujral was the chief guest for the occasion. Read more »
Punjab Wildlife Officials to be Trained in Tranquilizing Techniques
Chandigarh: A gun will fire at the Chhatbir zoo tomorrow. Only, this gun will demonstrate the process of tranquilizing a wild animal to a group of Forest and Wildlife officials from Punjab. Read more »
