Tanahun Forests Construct Ponds to Manage Human-Wildlife Conflict
Summary
Ponds have been constructed in eight community forests in Tanahun to help wild animals find water and reduce human-wildlife conflict. Forest officials say drying water sources are pushing leopards and other animals into settlements, increasing attacks on people and livestock.
Key Points
- The Division Forest Office in Tanahun has built ponds in eight community forests during fiscal year 2082/83 to help wildlife access water.
- Officials say drying forest water sources are forcing leopards and other wild animals into human settlements, leading to attacks on people and livestock.
- The office provides a Rs 100,000 grant to forest user committees for pond construction, and some local governments have also joined the effort.
- The campaign aims to reduce direct contact between humans and wildlife by keeping animals within forest areas.
