Source: TH
Context: The recent conflict between tigers and villagers near the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan highlights the challenges of human-wildlife coexistence.
- Overcrowding, habitat overlap, and inadequate management have led to tragic incidents, emphasizing the need for balanced conservation strategies and human safety measures.
About Ranthambore Tiger Reserve (RTR):
- Location: Situated at the confluence of the Aravallis and Vindhyas, near Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan.
- Area: Covers 1,411 sq. km, making it one of northern India’s largest tiger reserves.
- History: Former royal hunting grounds of Jaipur’s Maharajas; designated a Project Tiger Reserve in 1973.
- Geography: Includes steep rocky hills, Padam Talab, Raj Bagh Talab, rivers Chambal and Banas, and the Great Boundary Fault.
- Flora: Tropical dry deciduous forests and thorny landscapes dominated by Dhok trees and grasslands.
- Fauna: Home to Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, striped hyenas, marsh crocodiles, and over 250 bird species.
- Tourism Significance: A popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts, contributing significantly to local livelihoods.
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