Leopard rescues highlight rising human-wildlife conflict in Nepal’s far west
Summary
Conservation teams in Sudurpaschim Province have rescued 28 leopards trapped in snares over the past decade, highlighting growing human-wildlife conflict as leopards increasingly move near human settlements.
Key Points
- Conservation teams have rescued 28 leopards caught in snares in Sudurpaschim Province over the last decade.
- Human-wildlife conflicts, including livestock attacks and crop damage involving leopards, are rising in the province.
- A study found leopards moving closer to human settlements in multiple districts, driven by declining prey in forests.
- The NTNC has trained local facilitators to promote coexistence and raise awareness about wildlife behavior and conflict reduction.
