Tigress T138 released into Buxa Tiger Reserve to establish self-sustaining population
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Species, protected areas & wetlands· Prelims·
Wildlife conservation and habitat management: a relevant GS3 Environment and Ecology case study.
Why in news
The National Tiger Conservation Authority and Wildlife Institute of India released tigress T138 from Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve into West Bengal's Buxa Tiger Reserve to establish a self-sustaining tiger population.
Background
Tigress T138, aged three years, was relocated from Valmiki Tiger Reserve (Bihar) to Buxa Tiger Reserve (West Bengal). The Buxa Tiger Reserve covers an area of 760.87 sq km.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceBuxa Tiger Reserve is located in West Bengal
- PlaceValmiki Tiger Reserve is located in Bihar
- FactBuxa Tiger Reserve covers an area of 760.87 sq km
- BodyNational Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) oversees tiger conservation in India
Prelims practice question
In which state is the Buxa Tiger Reserve located?
- (a)Odisha
- (b)Assam
- (c)Jharkhand
- (d)West Bengal
Show answer
Answer: (d) West Bengal — The note states that Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in West Bengal.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the ecological and logistical challenges involved in establishing self-sustaining tiger populations through the phased reintroduction of individuals into fragmented habitats.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Habitat fragmentation: Connectivity issues between isolated tiger reserves in West Bengal and Bihar
- Genetic diversity: Risks of inbreeding in small, isolated populations without corridor management
- Human-wildlife conflict: Potential for increased tiger-human encounters in fringe areas of Buxa
Keywords: phased reintroduction · self-sustaining population · habitat fragmentation · wildlife conservation · ecological corridors
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