#181 | Tigers Return: Rewilding Satkosia with Aditya Panda
Description
In this episode, host Brooke delves into the ambitious tiger reintroduction efforts at Satkosia Tiger Reserve with conservationist Aditya Panda. The conversation traces the history of tiger conservation in India, focusing on the challenges faced in the East-Central landscape. Panda shares insights from the unsuccessful 2018 tiger translocation attempt and details the comprehensive preparations underway for a new reintroduction. These efforts include voluntary relocation of communities, strengthening anti-poaching measures, and restoring the prey base. The episode highlights the complexities of wildlife conservation, balancing ecological needs with community welfare, and the innovative strategies being employed to ensure the tigers' successful return to Satkosia.
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Recording gear provided by Mojave and Focusrite.
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