Spiti Valley north India, soon to have Snow Leopard research centre. Just a few days ago I wrote about the likely Snow Leopard Research Centre in Spiti Valley in northern India going ahead. Turns out there has just been a sighting of two snow leopards in that region. In the past there’s only been indirect evidence of the cats like pictures in trap cameras but this time “the team saw two snow leopards who were in a playful mood and...
Read MoreNew cub for Darjeeling Zoo in north India
by Sibylle on May 5, 2010 Just yesterday I wrote about the successful snow leopard breeding program at Darjeeling Zoo in north India. Well, news today is they have another cub! She was born 42 days ago and appears in good health. Mr Alonkar Jha, Director of the Zoo said
Read MoreIndia tigress gives new hope for conservation after first-time births
What we learned from the translocation in India will help inform bold new strategies for tigers in other countries like Cambodia, Lao and Vietnam where wild populations are in peril, View the Original...
Read MoreTiger Safaris India
Wildlife Safaris – Tiger Tours Come October, the monsoon ends and National Parks and tiger reserves open up for visitors. Though the number of tigers in India is constantly dwindling, the animal finds increasing interest among the naturalists and wildlife lovers. Severely endangered the majestic tiger is World’s most charismatic animal. It’s aura revolves around mystic charm, abundant fear and intrigue which humans find...
Read MoreOf tiger sightings in India
The tiger may be making its last stand in India but the number of tourists for tigers safaris is increasing year by year. Perhaps this signifies the importance of the Bengal tiger in our ecosystem and also in the hearts and mind of the people. Yes people from all over the World express concern for the endangered animal. Tiger is a shy and secretive animal. Well most of the time! Tourism has made it possible to see the tiger in the wild for...
Read More

