The need for this census has arisen due to the increasing leopard-human friction in the city of Guwahati, which is witnessing rapid infrastructure development. Leopards are often forced to enter human habitats in search of food and water, resulting in frequent human-leopard conflicts. This has become a major concern for the Assam Forest Department, and they are taking proactive measures to address the issue.
The leopard census will be carried out using advanced technology such as camera traps, drones, and GIS mapping. The survey will cover various areas of Assam, including forests, tea gardens, and human settlements. The data collected from this census will help the authorities in understanding the distribution of leopards in the state and identifying potential conflict zones.
The census will also help in understanding the behavior of leopards and their prey in different habitats, which will aid in the development of conservation plans for the species. The data collected from the census will be used to develop a comprehensive plan to manage leopard-human conflicts in the state.
The Assam Forest Department has been working on conservation of wildlife in the state for a long time. The state is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, including several endangered species. The department has been taking measures to protect these species from habitat destruction and poaching. The leopard census is just one of the steps being taken by the department to conserve wildlife in the state.
