GUWAHATI: The alarming decrease in the number of Asian Palm Civets, attributed to forest shrinkage, has sparked concerns among conservationists in Assam. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), which had previously deemed the species safe in 2008, has now observed a worrying decline in their population, particularly in Assam, where numbers have dwindled by 80%.
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A recent rescue operation in the village of Sukdal Barbari showcased the dire situation faced by these animals. An adult Asian Palm Civet was found in a state of shock and rescued by the nature-loving forum of Assam. Under the expert supervision of Nilutpal Kakati, advisor to the forum, the civet received proper treatment and eventually recovered.
The successful rehabilitation of the civet was made possible through the concerted efforts of several members of the nature-loving forum, including Parthapratim Gautam, Bhupen Das, Irene Deka, Dharmendra Bordoloi, Ratan Medhi, Kamleshwar Bordoloi, among others. The forum expressed gratitude towards Nilutpal Kakati and Dhrubajyoti Kakati for their invaluable contributions.
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In light of these developments, the forum has called upon the people of Assam to play an active role in preserving the environment and protecting vulnerable wildlife species like the Asian Palm Civet. Urging for collective efforts to maintain ecological balance, the forum emphasises the importance of safeguarding these wild animals for the overall well-being of the region's biodiversity.
