Recent deadly wolf attacks in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, have sparked urgent action from the forest department, Wildlife SOS, and other conservation organizations. Expert rescue teams have been deployed to capture the wolves and mitigate the human-wildlife conflict.
These incidents highlight the pressing need for wildlife conservation. While wolves are naturally shy and avoid human contact, they may attack when feeling threatened, especially due to habitat loss and dwindling prey. The current situation in Bahraich is complex, requiring a deep understanding of wolf behavior to find effective solutions.
“Fear and rumors can worsen the situation,” said Kartik Satyanarayan, co-founder and CEO of Wildlife SOS. “We need to focus on facts and solutions, not unfounded information.”
Bajuraj M.V., Director of Conservation Projects at Wildlife SOS, emphasized the organization’s commitment to assisting the forest department. “Our teams are working tirelessly to capture, relocate wolves, and prevent future conflicts.”
Yadvendradev Vikramsingh Jhala, a senior scientist and wildlife conservation expert, explained, “With dwindling prey like rabbits, wolves may resort to easier targets. We must address this issue and understand their intelligence. Correct animal identification is crucial for effective action.”
Indian wolves, classified as endangered under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, have an estimated population of around 3,100.
