Nepal Achieves Significant Success in Tiger Conservation Amidst Habitat Challenges
Summary
Nepal has increased its wild tiger population to 429, more than tripling the count from 121 in 2009 and underscoring major progress in conservation. But shrinking habitats, fragmented corridors, and rising human-wildlife conflict threaten the long-term sustainability of these gains.
Key Points
- Nepal’s wild tiger population has reached 429, up from 355 in 2022 and 121 in 2009.
- The Terai Arc Landscape and connected protected areas have played a key role in tiger recovery.
- Habitat fragmentation, infrastructure expansion, and land-use change are increasing human-wildlife conflict.
- The article calls for corridor protection, wildlife-friendly infrastructure, and science-based land-use planning.
