Bhubaneswar: To protect wildlife and combat poaching, a 2 km zone (1 km inside and 1 km outside) of the Debrigarh Sanctuary in Odisha has been officially declared a “Shock-Free Zone” and a “Zero Electrocution Zone”. This declaration comes after a collaborative effort between 68 surrounding villages and Debrigarh authorities, marking a significant step towards…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to receive five Royal Bengal Tigers from Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra by the end of September. The move aims to boost genetic diversity within the state’s tiger population, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen wildlife management and conservation. Three of these majestic big cats will be relocated to the Debrigarh…
Bhubaneswar: In a rare and exciting occurrence, first-time safari tourists at Debrigarh Sanctuary were thrilled to spot the elusive Wild Dog, also known as Dhole or Balua Kukura in Odia, during a safari on 10th August. The sighting took place at around 3:30 PM near the Deer Zone of the safari route. The Wild Dog, an…
Debrigarh: In a landmark initiative, the Debrigarh Sanctuary authorities have inaugurated the “Debrigarh Abhinandan” program, a comprehensive nature education program aimed at fostering environmental and wildlife conservation awareness among school children and local communities. The inauguration ceremony took place at Belbahali and Khajuria Schools, with the presence of 100 students and teachers. This year-long program…
Bhubaneswar: In a unique initiative to blend ecotourism with astronomical education, Debrigarh Sanctuary in Odisha has launched a “StarGazing” program from May 1, 2024. Community members, trained to identify stars and constellations, now conduct nightly sessions from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm for visitors. Debrigarh Sanctuary, spanning 353 square kilometers and adjacent to the 700…
Bhubaneswar: Debrigarh Sanctuary and Hirakud Reservoir have witnessed a surge in ecotourism this year, attracting nature enthusiasts and foreigners to explore the rich biodiversity of the region. One of the highlights of this eco-tourism hotspot is the eastern side of the 7 sq. km Bat Island inside Hirakud, which has been transformed into an enchanting…
Debrigarh: Hirakud Lake, a sprawling expanse from the Hirakud Dam to the Odisha-Chhattisgarh border, unfolded its wings of biodiversity as the annual bird census on January 8th, 2024, illuminated the vibrant avian life within its 500 sq km territory, divided into 21 sectors. In a testament to the rich biodiversity of Hirakud Lake, the annual…
Debrigarh: The recent Herbivore and Carnivore Census (Sign Survey) conducted in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary by the team from Hirakud Wildlife Division, has yielded remarkable results. The sanctuary recorded over 1,099 carnivore signs, highlighting the presence of various carnivorous species. The survey revealed a significant number of Bear and Leopard signs, with Leopards estimated to have…
Bhubaneswar: At least 3 poachers have been arrested from Debrigarh Sanctuary by night the patrolling team of Hirakud Wildlife Division on Sunday morning. The team headed by a forester, lady forest guard, and 10 squads while patrolling at periphery areas of Debrigarh Sanctuary, near Rengali Beat of the western part of Debrigarh Sanctuary, in Bargarh…
