Kaziranga National Park

Source:   TH Context: Kaziranga Tiger Reserve (KTR) in Assam has recorded the third-highest tiger density in India after Bandipur and Corbett, as per the latest report released by the Chief Minister of Assam on Global Tiger Day 2025. About Tiger Density in India: What is Tiger Density? Tiger density refers to the number of tigers …

Dhole (Asiatic Wild Dog)

Source: TH Context: A recent study by the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) confirmed the reappearance of the dhole (Asiatic wild dog) in the Kaziranga-Karbi Anglong Landscape, marking its return after being considered locally extinct. About Dhole (Cuon alpinus): Species Profile: The dhole is a social carnivore, also known as the Asiatic wild dog, and …

Golden Tiger

Source:  TOI Context: A rare golden tiger, also known as a golden tabby tiger, was recently sighted and photographed in Kaziranga National Park, Assam About Golden Tiger: What it is: Golden tiger or “golden tabby” is a rare colour variant of the Bengal tiger, not a separate subspecies. Location: Only four are known in the …

One-Horned Rhinoceros

 Source:  DH Context: The Wildlife Institute of India has proposed a national action plan for translocation of one-horned rhinoceroses to reduce habitat pressure in Assam’s Kaziranga and Pobitora, through reintroduction in new protected areas across five states. About One-Horned Rhinoceros: Scientific Name: Rhinoceros unicornis IUCN Status: Vulnerable Habitat: Terai grasslands, alluvial floodplains, swamps, and subtropical …

Kaziranga National Park

Source: New Indian Express  Context: Kaziranga National Park in Assam, renowned for its one-horned rhinoceros, has now earned recognition as the second-largest butterfly diversity hub in India, after Namdapha National Park in Arunachal Pradesh. Butterflies in Kaziranga: Species diversity: Kaziranga is home to 446 butterfly species, making it the second-most diverse butterfly hub in India. …

Kaziranga National Park

Mapping   Source: TH  Context:  Kaziranga National Park in Assam has achieved a significant milestone by recording its highest revenue in its 50-year history during the 2023-24 tourism year. The park also witnessed a surge in visitors, with a total of 3,27,493 tourists, including 13,919 foreign visitors.   About Kaziranga National Park: Located in the State of …