The Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha has launched its annual tiger census, beginning a detailed multi-stage enumeration exercise in line with guidelines issued by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA). The survey aims to update data on both predator and prey populations across Similipal’s core and buffer zones.

Two-Phase Census Kicks Off

Forest officials confirmed that the census will be carried out in two major phases, combining traditional field surveys with mobile-based data collection and a vast grid of camera traps across the sanctuary.

The first phase focuses on identifying tiger movement zones in southern Similipal. Teams are documenting indirect evidence such as pugmarks, scrape marks, scats, and other wildlife signs. To standardize the survey, forest personnel are l

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