T.N. launches third synchronised Nilgiri Tahr survey across Western Ghats
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Why in news
The Tamil Nadu and Kerala Forest Departments launched a synchronized survey of the Nilgiri Tahr to assess population numbers across the Western Ghats.
Background
The survey is conducted from April 24 to 27 as part of Project Nilgiri Tahr. It involves a coordinated effort between the Tamil Nadu and Kerala Forest Departments to prevent data duplication and utilize shared landscape data.
Facts for Prelims
- EnvironmentNilgiri Tahr: A species surveyed in the Western Ghats region.
- FactThe survey is a synchronized annual exercise conducted between Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
- PlaceWestern Ghats: The geographical range where the Nilgiri Tahr population is being assessed.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of inter-state cooperation in biodiversity conservation and wildlife management in ecologically sensitive zones like the Western Ghats.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-state coordination: Need for unified data sharing and joint patrolling across state borders
- Habitat fragmentation: Impact of disjointed state-wise management on migratory species and genetic diversity
Keywords: Inter-state cooperation · Biodiversity conservation · Habitat management · Data synchronization · Ecological corridors
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