Estimating Herbivore Densities in Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

Objectives: 
 
  1. To carry out extensive field intensive surveys using valid methods to estimate herbivore densities.
  2. To establish benchmark estimates for long term monitoring of wildlife populations.
  3. Prepare training material to help in monitoring wildlife populations.
  4. To build local capacity to monitor wildlife populations.
  5. To identify the relation between animal densities and habitat parameters.
Project Publications: 
Investigators (FERAL): 
  • Srinivas Vaidyanathan's pictureSrinivas Vaidyanathan
  • Sunita Ram's pictureSunita Ram
Collaborating Investigators: 
Collaborating Institutes: 
Funding Agency: 
Dept. of Science and Technology›SEED Division
Project Area: 
Kalakadu Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tirunelvelli, Tamil Nadu.
Budget: 
828,000.00
Currency: 
INR
Duration: 
3 years