Arrangements in place to launch first phase of national tiger census
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Why in news
The Kerala Forest Department is initiating the first phase of the All India Tiger Estimation 2025-26 to conduct a three-phase national tiger census.
Background
The census will take place from December 1 to 8 across 37 forest divisions in Kerala. Data collection will involve 2-km line transects on December 8th, with provisions for personnel facing logistical issues due to local body elections on December 9th.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAll India Tiger Estimation 2025-26 is a three-phase census program.
- PlaceThe first phase of the census is being conducted across 37 forest divisions in Kerala.
- FactEnumeration involves data collection along designated 2-km line transects.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of systematic population estimation in tiger conservation and the logistical challenges faced by forest departments in executing large-scale wildlife censuses.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical friction: Balancing wildlife conservation duties with administrative obligations during concurrent local body elections
- Methodological accuracy: Use of line transects to ensure standardized data collection across diverse forest terrains
Keywords: Wildlife Conservation · Population Estimation · Line Transects · Forest Management · Data Collection
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