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Official twitter handle of Wildlife Institute of India (WII) 🦌, CBC ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Top rated Autonomous Institute under @moefcc 🌲 Govt. of India 🇮🇳
Dehradun, India
Joined June 2020
Introducing Igoo, the first Himalayan Marmot GPS collared in #Ladakh. Data from Igoo will help us understand movement ecology of the species with changing climate and anthropogenic pressures. @moefcc @lg_ladakh @LAHDC_LEH @vrtiwari1 @bhlab_india @wildwithwolves @shaheerkhan
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The utilization of underpasses by a tigress with her four cubs underscores the scientific rationale behind these structures. These passages accommodate all species, age groups, and genders without discrimination. These expansive structures exemplify the dedication of the
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When you just can't part ways with your accessories! This #tiger mom came back for her dropped radio collar. Talk about being attached! 🐅💕 #WildlifeConservation #RadioCollaring @moefcc @byadavbjp @ntca_india @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1 @wildwithwolves @bhlab_india
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3167 is the minimum number of tigers in IndIa. Hon’ble PM of India at Mysuru while celebrating 50 years of project tiger and launch of First Indian Conservation Conference ICCON - 2023 @moefcc @ntca @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1
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Second is special! .Birth of the second Great Indian Bustard chick from an egg laid in captivity, raises hope for the species' recovery. #Conservation.#BustardRecoveryProgram.@moefcc @ForestRajasthan @HoubaraFund @vrtiwari1
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The Wildlife Institute of India along with Mangrove Foundation of Maharashtra Forest Department initiated an Olive Ridley Sea Turtle Tracking Project. This is a first such project along the west coast of India and on 25 Jan. two olive Ridley turtles were tagged with transmitters.
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Discovery of a giant! – Meiogyne arunachalensis, a newly described tree belonging to the custard apple family is the latest addition to the floristic diversity of Arunachal Pradesh @moefcc @ArunForests @EJBotany @vrtiwari1 .
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#InternationalCheetahDay Let's pledge to save the wonderful cats in natural habitat. @moefcc @SPYadavIFS @byadavbjp
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*GIB conservation breeding* reaches its fifth anniversary today, from collecting the first wild egg on 19 June 2019 to securing a captive stock of 40 birds that includes *11* captive-bred chicks - a moment that brings hope for the species and much joy to @bustardprogram @moefcc
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Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. A . J . T . Johnsingh, a true pioneer in wildlife conservation. His work has left an indelible mark on our understanding and preservation of nature. Our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. #RIP #AJTJohnsingh @moefcc @vrtiwari1
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Our incredible campus. #WorldEnvironmentDay. #campusbiodiversity #urbanhabitats #SDG3 #SDG11 #SDG17 #MissionLiFE.@vrtiwari1 @moefcc @gopigv @amitwii @SutirthaDutta82 @wildwithwolves @lalanikawlni @BS_Adhikari
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Our natural world is full of wonder, beauty and incredible stories to be told. Here is one such magical natural history moment of 21 smooth coated otters in Kollu river of Lansdowne Forest Division, Uttarakhand that @amitwii captured during the Orientation tour of
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Tadoba tiger traverses 2,000km, crosses four states, reaches Odisha @vrtiwari1 @bhlab @wildwithwolves
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That's truly remarkable! Tigresses are incredibly dedicated mothers, and raising six cubs in the wilderness of India is quite an accomplishment. It demonstrates her strength, resilience, and nurturing abilities. Tigresses play a vital role in maintaining the balance of their
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"🏞️ Watch this incredible video of a marmot ingeniously navigating fast-flowing stream that can sometimes hinder their movement across colony. Nature's resilience in action! 🐿️💧 #Wildlife #NatureVideo #Marmots #StreamCrossing" @moefcc @vrtiwari1 @bhlab_india @wildwithwolves
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Dr. S. P. Yadav IFS , MS - NTCA after taking charge as Director WII was welcomed by Dean FWS Dr. Y. V. Jhala at WII. Dr. Yadav was briefed about activities of WII in a meeting with faculty.
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Introducing new species from Namdhapa @Bitupan81035978 @DeepakVeerappan @vrtiwari1 @NamdaphaTR @InsideNetGeo @KamlangTiger @moefcc
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On 27th April 2023 , Female Bustard was sighted at Nannaj Maharashtra. Maharashtra still has some Bustards left. @moefcc @MahaForest #bustards @SPYadavIFS @bivashranjan2 @vrtiwari1 @bhlab_india @wildwithwolves
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50 Years of Project Tiger and 1st Indian Conservation Conference @moefcc @ntca_india @aranya_kfd @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1
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Milestones in #GIB conservation.@bustardprogram.@moefcc @ForestRajasthan @wii_india @houbarafund.@vrtiwari1 @SutirthaDutta82
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"Exciting news: First evidence of animals using mitigation overpasses! 🌿🦌 This success underscores the importance of wildlife crossings in helping animals navigate safely across roads. A win for biodiversity and safer travels for both animals and humans! #WildlifeCrossings
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The TIGER on the WALL, which went viral recently, has been radio-collared and released back into the wilderness successfully, by the coordinated efforts of all concerned. It is a challenge into opportunity for Pilibhit TR, as it marks the beginning of the first-ever satellite
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#GreatIndianBustard delivers a hat trick!.The third captive-bred chick of this season has hatched in the national Conservation Breeding Center.of @moefcc @ForestRajasthan @wii_india @houbarafund.@bustardrecoveryprogram.#Jaisalmer.#NationalCAMPAfund
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Gaurs find new horizons! A groundbreaking initiative unfolds as @mpforestdept and @wii_india along wi School of Wildlife Forensic & Health & Wildlife & Forestry Services, Ujjain collaborate to capture and translocate 20 magnificent gaurs in a record-breaking five-day operation.
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Action Plan for Introduction of Cheetah in India.
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The first ever tagging of Ganges River Dolphin by @wii_india, in collaboration with @assamforest & @aaranyak, funded by National Campa Authority. Thanking Prof Qureshi, Dr Uzma, Dr Zia Ullah, Dr Sanath Muliya(@muliya_sanath), Dr Deboabrata Phukon ( @debabrataphuko1) and Mr.
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Newly hatched chicks of Great Indian Bustard at Sam Conservation Breeding Center. May their tribe grow #BustardRecoveryProgram @moefcc @ForestRajasthan @vrtiwari1 @SutirthaDutta82
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🐅 Radio collaring: a key tool for #tiger conservation. Lightweight, non-intrusive, it helps track movement, monitor health, and safeguard habitats. Knowledge = Power! #TigerConservation #RadioCollaring @moefcc @byadavbjp @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1 @wildwithwolves @ntca_india
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Dr. Aashna Sharma from WII has been awarded the #FulbrightKalam Climate Postdoctoral Scholarship! She'll be the first from WII on this prestigious Indo-US postdoc fellowship, strengthening #ClimateChange research in India, affiliated with Illinois State University, USA. @USIEF"
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Honoring Professor Qamar Qureshi for his lifetime contributions to wildlife research, education, and conservation. From being one of the main architects of the globally lauded India’s tiger monitoring program to species recovery programs, he has played an important role in
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"WII team camera traps tiger in Buxa Tiger Reserve, a majestic start to the New Year! Adding to the enthusiasm of tiger recovery efforts here, the tiger returns to grace Buxa Tiger Reserve, promising a year filled with more excitement and conservation outcomes, for the
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Golden mahseer is an iconic species of Himalayan waters, which requires different habitat at different life stages. Here we report habitat suitability of young masheers, which will have prfound implication in mahseer conservation. @jajohny2013
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*Second follows suit* Another captive-bred GIB chick hatches in center, taking conservation efforts of @moefcc @ForestRajasthan @wii_india @houbarafund, one step further #GreatIndianBustard #BustardRecoveryProgram #NationalCAMPA @vrtiwari1 @SutirthaDutta82
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Welcome to the 16th Internal Annual Research Seminar (IARS) from 12 - 14 Sep. 2023. Bringing together brilliant minds to explore the latest advances in wildlife research. #IARS2023 @moefcc @SACONCoimbatore @vrtiwari1
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Simple and Innovative steps will definitely help in mitigating elephnat-rail collisions. Ramp for elephants to cross railway track near #DeeporBheel #assam @moefcc @RailMinIndia @byadavbjp @goyalcp @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1 @rameshpandeyifs @bhlab_india @wildwithwolves @assamforest
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Congratulations to Shaheer Khan @shaheerkhan for brilliantly defending Ph.D. thesis titled “Indian Grey Wolf in human dominated landscape: Movement, Space Use and Foraging🎓👏 Your innovative research and dedication are truly inspiring. Hope the study shall help the most
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Is the Great Indian Bustard on the verge of local extinction?
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Say Hi to this cute Red Panda from remote mountains of Anjaw, Arunachal Pradesh. Let's raise conservation awareness of this endangered species on #InternationalRedPandaDay @PemaKhanduBJP @moefcc @gopigv @thepkpradhan @RoshmeBorgohain @PoojaKumari_wii @forestandocean.@vrtiwari1
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Marking a significant milestone! Ten gaurs were captured and translocated in two days from Kanha to Sanjay TR, as part of ongoing reintroduction plan to re-establish free ranging gaur population. @minforestmp @KrVijayShah @moefcc @ntca_india @vrtiwari1 .@paragnigam09 @eventoed
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Discovery of a new species of dwarf frog from Namdapha tiger reserve added a new genus to amphibian fauna of India.
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🐅 Understanding #tiger behavior is crucial for their protection. Radio collaring, executed professionally, is key. Here's a tiger sporting a collar. #radio-collaring #WildlifeConservation @moefcc @byadavbjp @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1 @wildwithwolves
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Welcoming our(@wii_India) new director, Sh.Virendra tiwari, IFS (@vrtiwari1), with great excitement. Thankful to Dr SP Yadav (@spyadavIFS) for his wonderful and positive tenure @moefcc
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Igoo, the first Himalayan Marmot GPS collared in #Ladakh @moefcc @lg_ladakh @LAHDC_LEH @vrtiwari1 @bhlab_india @wildwithwolves @shaheerkhan
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Target achieved! Successfully reintroduced 50 gaur as part of the Gaur Reintroduction Plan in @Sanjay_TigerR. The last load of four individuals were captured and translocated on April 9, 2024.@moefcc.@byadavbjp.@wii_india.@minforestmp.@ntca_india.@spyadavifs.@vrtiwari1
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Kuno National Park's Cheetah reintroduction is a testament to our nation's dedication to conservation. 🇮🇳 This milestone reminds us of the vital role we play in preserving biodiversity for future generations. Let's continue to protect and cherish our majestic wildlife! @wii_india
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Last three days - 20th May 2023. Apply as soon as possible.
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Impacts of Linear Infrastructure.@moefcc @ntca @ADB_HQ @NHAI_Official @RailMinIndia @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1 @rameshpandeyifs @bhlab_india @wildwithwolves
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"🎥🦌 Exciting News! The much-anticipated movie showcasing the Reintroduction of Gaur to Sanjay Tiger Reserve is here. Witness the inspiring story of ecosystem restoration and biodiversity revival as these magnificent creatures return to their natural habitat. 🌿🎬
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Under the able guidance of Hon’ble Minister simple, effective, structural and non-structural mitigation measures are being taken across Elephant distribution in India.
Simple and effective measures are being taken to provide safe passage to elephants. Use of technologies such as elephant detection systems are also being tested & verified. These can be of immense help in transmitting real-time information to loco pilots to take safety measures.
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70 years of Taxonomic dispute on Mahandi Mahseer is resolved using integrated morphological & molecular techniques. Through this study validity of species status & endemicity of Mahanadi Mahseer is restored. @jajohny2013 @V_kolipakam @vrtiwari1 @moefcc
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#BustardRecoveryProgram, funded by National CAMPA.@moefcc @ForestRajasthan @HoubaraFund @bivashranjan2 @vrtiwari1 @SPYadavIFS
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On our 40th Foundation Day, We hope to continue and enhance the ideals and standards of excellence set by the founders of this institute. @moefcc @byadavbjp @AshwiniKChoubey #foundersday #40
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Today on 21st Dec. 2020, Hon'ble Minister MoEFCC Shri @PrakashJavdekar released the Status of #Leopards in India. @ntca_india @moefcc
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As a part of first Conservation Translocation Project in the State of Maharashtra, 2 tigresses were released in NNTR by Hon’ble Forest Minister, Govt. of Maharashtra Sudhir Mungantiwar @SMungantiwar @vrtiwari1 @moefcc @byadavbjp @SPYadavIFS
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Today, the Wildlife Institute of India celebrates its 42nd Foundation Day! For over four decades, WII has been dedicated to wildlife research, conservation, and education. Let's continue our commitment to preserving India's rich biodiversity. #WIIFoundationDay
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Just 150 left, glimmer of hope for great Indian bustard after first-ever artificial insemination birth in Jaisalmer
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19th batch MSc Wildlife Science - (Wildlife Techniques Exercise - Day 3, 31/10/2023): Exciting day with enthralling sightings in field. @wii_india @mpforestdept @moefcc @vrtiwari1 @kramesh95 @himalayanwolf1.@lifeofawild @PannaTigerResrv
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Under #ProjectDolphin, WII has successfully tagged the first-ever Gangetic River Dolphin! 🐬✨ One month in, and the dolphin is thriving, and we are receiving regular satellite data tracking its movements. A milestone for conservation! 🌊📡 #WildlifeConservation
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Exciting news! publication on estimating carrying capacity of tigers has been accepted! Can't wait to share findings and contribute to tiger conservation efforts. #tigers @moefcc @ntca @PeerJLife @vrtiwari1 @wildwithwolves @paragnigam09 @bhlab_india @footloose_nil @SPYadavIFS
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Family that drinks together, sticks together! Here's a 'pawsome' moment of our wolf family quenching their thirst. 🐺 #WolfFamily @moefcc @byadavbjp @SPYadavIFS @ntca_india @vrtiwari1 @wildwithwolves
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🐃 New Research Alert! 🌿 Reintroducing wild water buffaloes could transform ecosystems! 🌏 Our study unveils a strategic plan for Kanha Tiger Reserve 🇮🇳, aiming to sustainably bring back this majestic megaherbivore. 🚀Let's revive nature together! 🌳 #Conservation @TrKanha,.
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Exciting News! 📢 Help us name the upcoming Diamond Open-access Interdisciplinary Wildlife and Conservation Journal by @wii_india! 🦋🌳 Share your creative ideas to capture the essence of connecting nature, science, and conservation. #NameTheJournal @moefcc @vrtiwari1
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Field Director MELGHAT Tiger Reserve @magical_melghat Ms Jayoti Banjerjee @jayotibanerjee interacting with officers of 43rd PG Diploma Course at MTR @MahaForest @vrtiwari1 @wildwithwolves
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Tiger team behind the estimation process from @moefcc ntca_india and @wii_india Efforts of Science backed conservation always pay off! @byadavbjp @spyadavifs @vrtiwari1 #teamtiger #behindthe scenes
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The #NNCG approved a MSc in Freshwater Ecology to be run by the Ganga Aqualife Conservation Monitoring Centre at WII. The MSc is first and one of its kind in India. It would offer students insight into the nuances of freshwater ecology and the food-water-energy nexus as well.
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Hon'ble Union Minister and MoS observed a solemn moment of silence during the WII Society meeting to honour the life of Vishal Shrimal, MSc student who tragically lost his life in a sudden encounter with wild elephants at @SACONCoimbatore. Our heartfelt condolences to his family.
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Augmenting species recovery efforts in Madhya Pradesh! MP Forest Department and WII with technical support from SWFH, Jabalpur, WFS, Ujjain, WCT, India successfully reinforced the gaur population in Sanjay TR.
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#BeingBustards.Thou shalt flock.#BustardRecoveryProgram.@moefcc @ForestRajasthan @HoubaraFund @vrtiwari1 @SutirthaDutta82
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Like the shadow of her mother, a #GreatIndianBustard chick in #DesertNationalPark #Jaisalmer.@BustardProgram @moefcc @ForestRajasthan @wii_india @houbarafund @vrtiwari1 @SutirthaDutta82
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International Leopard Day is celebrated globally every year on 03rd May. EIACP Centre at Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun released poster to raise awareness to conserve this majestic species. @moefcc @EIACPIndia @wii_eiacp @vrtiwari1 @kramesh95 @CRamesh_WII
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Happy International Day for the Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems - July 26.#MangroveDay.@nehrutp.@vrtiwari1.@moefcc.@RupeshKBhomia.@CIFOR
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A big salute to Hon'ble Minister Sh. Bhupender Yadav @byadavbjp for spearheading the release of India's first national snow leopard population estimation report. A monumental stride towards conservation of magnificent cat species #SnowLeopard in India #Conservation #India
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Being bustards.#LesserFlorican.#BustardRecoveryProgram.@moefcc @ForestRajasthan @vrtiwari1 @SutirthaDutta82
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Ms. Ananya Dutta (@dt_ananya) presented a study delving into 23 years of human-elephant conflict in Assam, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand, analyzing patterns, causes, and impacts. Insights from this extensive dataset illuminated the challenges and potential solutions for
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Our DWII's have taken this great institution from good to great to greatest through their vision by staying relevant with time. In this pic 2 former and our current DWII @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1 #dmohan felicitated by #DrSSK @wildwithwolves @gopigv #longliveWII
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4th August is International Clouded Leopard Day: Neofelis (new cat) nebulosa (cloud like) is an old cat named after its clouded coat patterns. A dweller of tropical canopy forest of Northeast India @moeffcc @vrtiwari1 @himalayanwolf1 @serbonline @urjit_bhatt
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The first and the earliest migratory waterbird to arrive at our lake is *Ferruginous Duck* with a good number of 14 individuals.@MoEFCC @vrtiwari1 @timesofindia .Enjoy the winter birding! 😊
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Today, we celebrated the incredible legacy of Prof. Qamar Qureshi, whose contributions to wildlife conservation and ecology have inspired countless researchers and conservationists. Thank you, Professor Qureshi, for your dedication and leadership. Wishing you all the best in this
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Introducing new species of Green Tree Frog @moefcc @byadavbjp @goyalcp @SPYadavIFS @vrtiwari1 @rameshpandeyifs
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19th batch MSc Wildlife Science - (Wildlife Techniques Exercise -Day 9, 06/11/2023): Last day for the tour in Panna and interesting observations clicked by the students. @wii_india @mpforestdept @moefcc @vrtiwari1 @kramesh95 @himalayanwolf1.@lifeofawild @PannaTigerResrv
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Season of the migrants, thousands of #Amurs are arriving in northeast India. #PiedCuckoo popularly known as the monsoon bird has started southbound migration from Dehradun & reached southern Maharashtra. A study by @wiiofficial1 & @IIRS. Funded by @DBTIndia.
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Another captive-bred #GIB chick - fifth of the season - has joined the flock @BustardProgram of @moefcc @ForestRajasthan @wii_india @houbarafund @vrtiwari1 @SutirthaDutta82
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Cheetahs from Namibia are all set to be reintroduced into India on September 17, 2022. #IndiaWelcomesCheetah @PMOIndia @narendramodi @byadavbjp @moefcc @PIB_India
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Hon'ble Union Minister @moefcc Shri. Bhupender Yadav Ji @byadavbjp inaugurated Wildlife Physiology and Disease Ecology Lab @wiiofficial1 today on 28th April 2022 and interacted with students and faculty.
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Insights into the worlds largest wildlife survey! Status of tigers, co-predators and prey 2022, conducted by State forest departments, in association with @wii_india, under the stewardship of @ntca_india. Full report here: @vrtiwari1 @moefcc @SPYadavIFS
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🐺 Our friend has worn a radio collar for 7+ years! These collars give insights into their life, habitat & challenges. Our understanding is their survival @moefcc #WolfConservation #RadioCollaring @byadavbjp @SPYadavIFS @ntca_india @vrtiwari1 @wildwithwolves
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