DHANGADHI: Shuklaphanta National Park authority has employed advanced camera trapping methods to conduct a comprehensive tiger census in Nepal, a recurring effort taking place every four years.
Covering an expansive area of 350 square kilometers, the park has been strategically divided into 92 grids, each spanning 2 square kilometers.
In a meticulous approach, a pair of automatic cameras has been strategically placed within each grid to effectively trace the movements of tigers.
Rigorous monitoring and maintenance of these cameras are scheduled for a 15-day duration.
Recently, Dr. Sindhu Prasad Dhungana, Director General of the National Parks and Wildlife Conservation Department, initiated the tiger monitoring process by activating one of the installed cameras.
The installation of cameras across the park aims to precisely identify the territories frequented by tigers.
Laxmi Raj Joshi, Head of Shuklaphanta Conservation Program at the National Nature Conservation Fund, stated that the areas of deviation can be discerned through footprint analysis, directional indicators, and other signs.
In the 2022 national census, the Shuklaphanta region reported an encouraging increase in the adult tiger population, reaching a total of 36.
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