Uttar Pradesh’s (UP) recent launch of new tourism initiatives within core tiger reserve zones, despite national guidelines against such developments, has sparked controversy. While the state aims to boost eco-tourism, conservationists worry about the impact on wildlife protection. The move deviates from national policies designed to safeguard critical tiger habitats, leading to concerns about the long-term consequences for India’s endangered tiger population.
An Indian social media influencer, Kodam Pranay Kumar, has been arrested and jailed for cooking and eating a protected peacock for a viral video. The incident sparked outrage online, leading to Kumar’s arrest and raising concerns about wildlife conservation in India.
The Orangutan Project is experiencing a surge in the number of rescued orphaned orangutans, and it is crucial to provide them with specialized care and attention. The purpose-built Baby House at the Bornean Orangutan Rescue Alliance (BORA) Rescue & Rehabilitation Centre in Berau, Indonesia, will provide the necessary care for these vulnerable infants. It will feature an activity center, nesting pods, climbing poles, and a baby care room, as well as a team of trained and compassionate caregivers who will nurture and socialize the orangutans. The Orangutan Project invites donations to support the construction and operation of the Baby House, and donations of $1,000 or more will be recognized on an honor board in the facility.
The Supreme Court has emphasized the need to strike a balance between human and animal rights in the context of forest preservation. The court noted that conflicts between humans and animals pose a significant threat to forests and wildlife and that a comprehensive solution is required to address the concerns of both stakeholders.
A nesting goose was attacked and kicked in the head outside a busy Toby Carvery in Stoke-on-Trent. RSPCA officer Sophie Taylor stated that the Canada goose, despite the concerning incident, did not show signs of injury. The charity organization is appealing for help in identifying the offender. The act of violence, which occurred on April 14th at 3:15 PM, was witnessed by customers dining in the restaurant.
