Nationwide Tiger census begins in Nepal; 1,100 camera traps deployed
Summary
Nepal has begun its nationwide tiger census deploying 1,100 camera traps, marking the latest count in a four-year cycle to estimate tiger populations and address human-tiger conflicts.
Key Points
- Nepal has launched its nationwide tiger census using 1,100 advanced camera traps across tiger habitats.
- The census is coordinated by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation with support from government and conservation organizations.
- Nepal's tiger population has steadily increased over past decades, reaching an estimated 355 in 2025.
- Human-tiger conflicts have risen alongside tiger numbers, with 18 problematic tigers currently kept in enclosures nationwide.
