Elephant Reserves in India
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Overview
"Project Elephant" was initiated in 1992 by the Government of India (Ministry of Environment and Forests) to provide financial and technical support to wildlife management efforts by states for free populations of wild Asian elephants.
Description
Elephant Reserves is an area where government conserved Elephant and take them well. It is similar like Tiger reserves or Lion Reserves. Elephant day is celebrated on 12 August every year. This Year, India's Union Minister of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (EF&CC), Shri Bhupender Yadav celebrated it in Periyar.
Recent News
There are Total of 31 elephant Reserves in India. Recently, Shri Bhupender Yadav, Union Minister of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (EF &CC) announced that 'Agasthyamalai' is the 31st Elephant Reserve with a total area (sq.) of 1197 Sq.km.
Information
Karnataka has the highest number of elephants in India, followed by Assam.
List
Here it's the complete list
| Serial no | Elephant Reserve | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kameng ER | Arunachal Pradesh |
| 2 | South Arunachal ER | Arunachal Pradesh |
| 3 | Sonitpur ER | Assam |
| 4 | Dihing-Patkai ER | Assam |
| 5 | Kaziranga-Karbi Anglong ER | Assam |
| 6 | Dhansiri-Lungding ER | Assam |
| 7 | Chirang-Ripu ER | Assam |
| 8 | Rayala ER | Andhra Pradesh |
| 9 | Badalkhol-Tamorpingla | Chhattisgarh |
| 10 | Singhbhum ER | Jharkhand |
| 11 | Mysore ER | Karnataka |
| 12 | Dandeli ER | Karnataka |
| 13 | Wayanad ER | Kerela |
| 14 | Nilambur ER | Kerela |
| 15 | Anamudi ER | Kerela |
| 16 | Periyar | Kerela |
| 17 | Garo Hills ER | Meghalaya |
| 18 | Intanki ER | Nagaland |
| 19 | Singphan ER | Nagaland |
| 20 | Mayurbhanj ER | Odisha |
| 21 | Mahanadi ER | Odisha |
| 22 | Sambalpur ER | Odisha |
| 23 | Nilgiri ER | Tamil Nadu |
| 24 | Coimbatore ER | Tamil Nadu |
| 25 | Anamalai ER | Tamil Nadu |
| 26 | Srivilliputtur ER | Tamil Nadu |
| 27 | Agasthyamala ER | Tamil Nadu |
| 28 | Shivalik ER | Uttaranchal |
| 29 | Uttar Pradesh ER | U.P. |
| 30 | Mayurjharna ER | W. Bengal |
| 31 | Eastern Dooars ER | W. Bengal |
Overview
Elephants are large mammals found in several parts of Africa and Asia. They're most famous for their intelligence, strength and social structure. In India, there are seven elephant reserves where the population is being increased. However, most elephant killing happens in inhabited areas outside the reserves. To conserve wild animals, we must prevent poaching in our natural areas.
Elephant reserves attract tourists from around the world to see these amazing animals in natural settings. However, most elephant killing happens in inhabited areas outside the reserves. According to The Indian Express, 'between 2011 and 2016, 54 percent of all known animal killings occurred outside protected areas.' That's why it's important to restrict human habitation within the parks to conserve wild animals like elephants. Otherwise, these habitats will attract poachers while protecting popular tourist spots. Once an area attracts tourists, it becomes less likely to remove human habitations- creating perfect conditions for poaching elephants.
Wildlife conservation has become more popular over the last few decades thanks to documentaries like Pablo Escobar's Quest for Elephants. Many nature lovers now reside within cities and suburbs, making it easier than ever to connect with nature via parks and preserves. The government protects animal species by designating particular areas as sanctuaries and preserves. From there, they direct public awareness through art, sports and other means towards conservation and protection of wildlife. This creates a sense of patriotism towards saving our country's indigenous animals from extinction- especially endangered species like elephants.
Poaching is a serious issue when dealing with elephants in India's reserves. However, much of the killing happens outside these protected areas. Ultimately, protecting these habitats increases awareness among citizens about the danger of hunting endangered species outside preserves. We've come a long way when it comes to protecting our planet's wildlife; but we can't do it without your help!
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