Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (UDN): A Royal Bengal Tiger has been spotted once again in Odisha’s Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary, prompting the Forest Department to step up surveillance and strengthen security measures across the protected forest area.
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The big cat was reportedly captured by remote camera traps installed inside the sanctuary. Forest personnel engaged in routine patrolling have also sighted the tiger, further confirming its presence in the area.
According to reports, this is the second recorded tiger sighting in Debrigarh in the past four years. The animal is suspected to have entered the sanctuary through the Dechuan-Lakhanpur forest corridor. However, its origin and identity are yet to be confirmed.
NTCA, WII Experts To Examine Camera Images
The Forest Department is working to establish the tiger’s identity, age and origin. Photographs captured by camera traps will be shared with experts from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) and the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) for detailed examination.
The analysis is expected to provide crucial information about the animal and help authorities understand its movement patterns. Further details are likely to emerge after the experts assess the images.
100 Camera Traps, 27 Teams Deployed
Following confirmation of the tiger’s presence, the department has intensified monitoring throughout the sanctuary.
As many as 100 camera traps have been installed at different locations to track the animal’s movement. In addition, 27 teams have been deployed for daily patrolling along the sanctuary’s boundary and through internal forest routes.
A three-tier security arrangement has also been introduced during night hours to ensure round-the-clock monitoring and strengthen protection in the area.
Significant Development For Wildlife Conservation
The tiger’s return to Debrigarh is being viewed as an encouraging development from a wildlife conservation perspective. However, officials are continuing efforts to establish its identity and monitor its movement to ensure the safety of both the animal and the surrounding area.
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