GUWAHATI: A tiger has been camera-trapped in Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary, marking the first such sighting in the area.
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The sanctuary, located in Assam, is a Satellite Core of the Nameri Tiger Reserve.
Assam Forest Minister, Chandra Mohan Patowary tweeted, " A Proud Milestone For Assam! For the first time, a tiger has been camera-trapped in Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary, a Satellite Core of Nameri Tiger Reserve. Under the visionary leadership of HCM Dr @himantabiswa, Assam has witnessed significant strides in conservation, ensuring a healthier ecosystem for wildlife and enhancing the state’s biodiversity. Kudos to the dedicated forest team for their hard work and continued efforts in securing Assam’s wildlife heritage!"
While worldwide there is habitat loss of wild animals, in Assam it keeps on expanding!
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) December 4, 2024
In a first, a tiger has been camera-trapped in Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary, further validating Assam's stringent wildlife protection and rigorous habitat management practices. pic.twitter.com/cuBuk4NUeC
