Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve to Conduct First-Ever Snow Leopard Census
Summary
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve in Nepal is conducting its first-ever snow leopard census using camera traps and field data to better understand and conserve the species.
Key Points
- Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is conducting its first census of snow leopards using 56 camera traps.
- The census involves reserve staff, trained enumerators, and local residents over 45 days.
- The reserve covers 1,325 square kilometers across Baglung, Myagdi, and Rukum districts, with snow leopards found at high altitudes.
- Following the snow leopard census, a new count of blue sheep and Himalayan tahr is planned to improve conservation efforts.
