375 Indian Bison inhabiting Papikonda National Park nearby forests

Category : Wildlife | Location : Andhra Pradesh  | Posted on 2024-03-04 09:11:55

“The three-month-long scientific block survey reveals that about 375 gaurs, including some calves, were inhabiting the Papikonda National Park and neighbouring forests. Of these, 119 were counted in Polavaram (the highest), followed by 101 in Chintur, 84 in Paderu and 37 in Chintapalli,” said Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife), Shanti Priya Pandey.

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/375-indian-bison-inhabiting-papikonda-national-park-nearby-forests/article67910635.ece