Three new cubs born to Cheetah Gamini in M.P.'s Kuno Park; India's count rises to 38
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Why in news
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced that a translocated cheetah named Gamini gave birth to three cubs at Kuno National Park, increasing India's cheetah population to 38.
Background
Gamini is a cheetah translocated from South Africa to Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. This birth marks the ninth successful litter on Indian soil, bringing the total count of surviving Indian-born cubs to 27.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia's total cheetah population reached 38 following the birth of three cubs to Gamini.
- FactThere are currently 27 surviving Indian-born cheetah cubs.
- PlaceKuno National Park is located in Madhya Pradesh.
- FactThe birth of these cubs marks the ninth successful litter on Indian soil.
For Mains
Q. Examine the ecological and conservation significance of the Cheetah Reintroduction Project in India, highlighting the challenges of establishing a self-sustaining population.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Genetic diversity: Risks of inbreeding depression in a small founder population of translocated cheetahs
- Habitat suitability: Balancing prey density and grassland requirements within the Kuno National Park ecosystem
- Monitoring protocols: Challenges in tracking and protecting cubs from predation and human-wildlife conflict
Keywords: Ex-situ conservation · Translocation · Biodiversity conservation · Population dynamics · Habitat restoration
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