'Snow leopards up by 62% in India's Himachal over four years'
Summary
A new survey shows the snow leopard population in Himachal Pradesh has risen 62% in four years, from 51 in 2021 to 83. Officials say community participation in conservation efforts has helped the rare cats recover in the state’s high-altitude tribal areas.
Key Points
- A newly released survey says Himachal Pradesh’s snow leopard population has risen 62% over four years.
- The count increased from 51 in 2021 to 83 in the latest study.
- The Wildlife Wing of the state Forest Department conducted the baseline survey and the latest assessment.
- Officials credit community participation and long-term conservation plans for the increase.
