Human-Animal Conflict

Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) occurs when animals pose a direct and recurring threat to the safety or livelihood of people.

Videojournalist killed in wild elephant attack in Palakkad

May 08, 2024

Videojournalist killed in wild elephant attack in Palakkad

Mukesh worked as a cameraman for Mathrubhumi News.

May 08, 2024
An elusive leopard, missing animals and worried villagers – a tale of two panchayats in Idukki

The forest department authorities have set up cameras and cages to catch the leopard, but the people say that they want more proactive measures.
May 07, 2024
Wayanad - Kozhikode twin tunnel road can aggravate human-animal conflict : Expert panel

SEAC noted that there is every possibility of aggressive human-wild life conflict due to the project
May 04, 2024
Where did the rogue elephant Belur Makhna disappear?

The forest department personnel pointed out that the inter-state coordination post-Belur Makhna incident has improved significantly.
May 03, 2024
How a Whatsapp community guards people from wild elephant attacks in Chinnakanal, Idukki

The team works to minimize the damage caused by elephants and ensure the safety of local residents.
April 30, 2024
'Keep Munnar free of garbage,' Expert panel against capturing shop-raiding elephants

The committee also recommended a survey to check the number of shops, and if they were operating with permission.
April 28, 2024
Crop-raider wild tusker electrocuted in Wayanad

Carcass was buried in the forest, says DFO.

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