Snake rescues in Telangana increase five fold in 10 years; nearly 50% of snakes rescued in 2025 are spectacled cobras
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Why in news
Friends of Snake Society (FoSS) and the Telangana State Forest Department reported a five-fold increase in snake rescues over a decade, highlighting human-wildlife conflict due to urban expansion.
Background
Snake rescues in Telangana rose from 3,097 in 2016 to 15,265 in 2025. Spectacled Cobras accounted for 49.3% of rescues in 2025, followed by Rat Snakes and Checkered Keelbacks.
Facts for Prelims
- FactSnake rescues in Telangana increased five-fold between 2016 and 2025.
- EnvironmentSpectacled Cobras were the most rescued species in 2025, making up 49.3% of rescues.
- EnvironmentRat Snakes and Checkered Keelbacks were the second and third most common species rescued.
- PlaceThe data pertains to the state of Telangana.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how rapid urbanization and habitat fragmentation contribute to increasing human-wildlife conflicts in India and suggest preventive measures.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Ecological fragmentation: Disruption of movement corridors and loss of natural shelters forcing snakes into human settlements.
- Reactive vs Proactive management: Shift from emergency rescue models to waste management and green space design to mitigate conflict.
Keywords: Habitat fragmentation · Human-wildlife conflict · Urban development · Biodiversity conservation · Preventive measures
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