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Bandipur Begins Annual Wildlife Census Using Advanced Drone and Camera Trapping Technology
The annual wildlife census in Bandipur Tiger Reserve has commenced successfully, employing state‑of‑the‑art drones and camera traps.
The annual wildlife census in Bandipur Tiger Reserve has begun, marking the start of a comprehensive effort to monitor the region’s fauna.
The census employs advanced drone technology alongside camera trapping systems, allowing researchers to cover vast areas with precision and minimal disturbance to wildlife.
Data collected will provide critical insights into population trends, habitat use and potential threats, supporting conservation planning and management decisions.
Officials say the initiative will enhance the reserve’s ability to protect its diverse species, including the iconic tiger, and strengthen long‑term conservation outcomes.
The census employs advanced drone technology alongside camera trapping systems, allowing researchers to cover vast areas with precision and minimal disturbance to wildlife.
Data collected will provide critical insights into population trends, habitat use and potential threats, supporting conservation planning and management decisions.
Officials say the initiative will enhance the reserve’s ability to protect its diverse species, including the iconic tiger, and strengthen long‑term conservation outcomes.