Nine cheetahs from Botswana arrive at Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park
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Why in news
The Union Environment Minister is set to release nine cheetahs from Botswana at Kuno National Park to bolster India's cheetah revival program.
Background
Nine cheetahs from Botswana arrived in India via IAF aircraft to be housed in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh. This brings the total number of cheetahs in the country to 48, with a program goal to reach 50.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceKuno National Park is located in Madhya Pradesh
- FactTotal number of cheetahs in India reached 48 following the third batch arrival
- FactThe cheetah revival program aims to increase the population to 50
- PostBhupender Yadav is the Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister
For Mains
Q. Examine the ecological and conservation challenges associated with the reintroduction of apex predators into fragmented habitats in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Habitat fragmentation: Limited territorial range for large carnivores in protected areas
- Genetic diversity: Risks of inbreeding in small founder populations of reintroduced species
- Human-wildlife conflict: Potential for livestock predation and retaliatory actions by local communities
Keywords: Apex predator · In-situ conservation · Habitat fragmentation · Biodiversity restoration · Species reintroduction
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