Efforts to reconnect elephant corridors must be carefully planned

Category : Wildlife | Location : Karnataka  | Posted on 2024-04-10 10:37:00

Population fragmentation is the split of a large single population into smaller, isolated units, which increases the risk of extinction for endangered species due to population isolation. The Asian elephant is a flagship species; protecting its habitat and ensuring connectivity through corridors will help maintain a genetically viable population and conserve biodiversity. However, efforts to reconnect elephant corridors must be carefully planned.

Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/wildlife-biodiversity/efforts-to-reconnect-elephant-corridors-must-be-carefully-planned-95308