Palamu Tiger Reserve: 500 Camera Traps Monitor Tigers, Record Vital Data
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Palamu Tiger Reserve Leads Tiger Census 2026 with 500 Camera Traps; Tiger Sighting Confirmed
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News18•11-03-2026, 21:57
Palamu Tiger Reserve Leads Tiger Census 2026 with 500 Camera Traps; Tiger Sighting Confirmed
•Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) is utilizing 500 camera traps for the ongoing Tiger Estimation 2026, recording crucial data on tiger movement and behavior.
•Jharkhand has emerged as a leading state, with PTR being the first in the country to complete the first two phases of the tiger census ahead of schedule.
•A tiger was recently captured on camera in the South Zone of PTR, confirming the presence of tigers in the area.
•S.R. Natesh is the state-level nodal officer, while Prajeshkant Jena oversees the campaign in Palamu, with Deputy Director Kumar Ashish confirming camera trap findings.
•Modern technology and the extensive camera trap network are crucial for accurate enumeration and conservation efforts.