The endangered Nilgiri Tahr, Tamil Nadu's state animal, has seen a population increase to 2,655 across the Western Ghats. Despite this success, habitat fragmentation and climate change severely threaten these mountain ungulates, prompting Tamil Nadu's dedicated 'Project Nilgiri Tahr'
Click to View MoreThe Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biodiversity hotspot in India, has been flagged by the IUCN as a site of “significant concern” due to threats from climate change, tourism, hydropower projects, and invasive species. Home to over 325 globally threatened species, the Ghats face habitat loss, wildlife conflicts, and ecosystem disruptions. Urgent conservation measures, community involvement, and sustainable development are needed to protect this vital natural heritage.
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