Wildlife Biologist | XV.MSc. Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun | School of Forestry & Environment SHUATS, Prayagraj | From Ranchi | Ph.D scholar AcSIR-WII
Dehradun, India
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Mr. Kumar Ankit @Kumar9Ankit talked about the ecology of leopards in the human-dominated landscape of Junnar Forest Division. The area is dominated by sugarcane and provides a suitable habitat for leopards. @moefcc, @wii_india, @wildwithwolves, @vrtiwari1, @bhlab_india, @ruchaghanekar, @MahaForest, @nrp_gowda, @paragnigam09
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New paper in @BehavEcol on #JungleBabblers
doi.org/10.1093/beheco/arag1…
We show during breeding:
-JB territories reduce by ~80% NOT driven by resources
-JBs are #CentralPlaceForagers & #PrudentParents
-JBs deviate from predictions of social patch model
@Kanika_R94 #GharwaliChidiya ❤️
ALT Pic: Amanjot Singh
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Introducing the first conceptual framework and testable hypotheses for land tenure in territorial carnivores, highlighting its role in population stability and responses to environmental change.
It’s time to bring land tenure into the spotlight of carnivore ecology and conservation.
@Kanfeline @sumankoley94 @shaheerkhan @thewild_dodo
@wii_india @bhlab_india
@rameshpandeyifs @GobindsagarBha1 @SPYadavIFS @IBCA_official @ntca_india
#carnivoreecology #wildlifeconservation #landtenure #ecology
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Our study documents a direct observation of a Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus) scavenging on an Olive Ridley Sea Turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) carcass in the Bhitarkanika mangroves, India.
A rare observation that adds another piece to our understanding on the natural history and about the feeding ecology and behavioural flexibility of this elusive cat.
IUCN/SSC Cat Specialist Group
N86 Summer edition 2026
@catsg_iucnssc
🔗researchgate.net/publication…
#bhitarkanika #mangroves #fishingcat #scavenging
@moefcc @wii_india @SACONCoimbatore @GobindsagarBha1 @gopigv @ajinkyabankar @Ashik40405287
Was aware about the California condor crisis and recovery case when I started career as student of wildlife science, always thought for GIB, it is astonishing that it happened and will be happening in future too...congratulations to all!
miles to go after this very first step
In a milestone move, released two male Great Indian Bustards in Sam, Desert National Park, Jaisalmer, today morning.
This landmark success has been made possible by the nearly decade-long unwavering dedication of our scientists, researchers and ground staff who have spent years to ensure GIB reclaims the deserts of Rajasthan.
I thank PM Shri @narendramodi ji for his continued guidance, encouragement and constant support in ensuring our scientific community can work for the conservation of all our species, including the GIB.
#IndiaRewildsGIB
Intercontinental Reintroduction, largest Wildlife mitigation Structures, restocking of our national animal and it's prey, more ramsar sites... India standing firmly in the field of conservation too @byadavbjp @rameshpandeyifs @GobindsagarBha1 @wildwithwolves @wii_india @PMOIndia
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As they released the Great Indian Bustards into the wild in Rajasthan’s Sam, Desert National Park, saw Dr Sutirtha Dutta, Dr Tushna Karkariya, and Hrishika Sharma got all emotional.
One can only imagine how some dedicate their entire lives to selfless causes.
No words of praise are enough for them and the entire team that has made it possible.
#IndiaRewildsGIB
K. Ankit | कुमार अंकित retweeted
A historic day for wildlife conservation in India. Sir, your guidance, unwavering support and deep understanding of conservation continue to inspire us. Your vision strengthens our resolve to turn such milestones into a lasting legacy for India’s wildlife.
In a milestone move, released two male Great Indian Bustards in Sam, Desert National Park, Jaisalmer, today morning.
This landmark success has been made possible by the nearly decade-long unwavering dedication of our scientists, researchers and ground staff who have spent years to ensure GIB reclaims the deserts of Rajasthan.
I thank PM Shri @narendramodi ji for his continued guidance, encouragement and constant support in ensuring our scientific community can work for the conservation of all our species, including the GIB.
#IndiaRewildsGIB
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A day before we begin the rewilding of the Great Indian Bustard in Sam, Desert National Park, Jaisalmer, visited the breeding facility at Ramdevra.
I was immensely impressed by the perseverance of our young researchers and scientists, who have pursued this project with passion for years, demonstrating exceptional dedication to the conservation of this iconic species.
#IndiaRewildsGIB
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Moments like these remind us that monitoring wildlife requires patience and respect for their space. In the forest, we are always the visitors.
K. Ankit | कुमार अंकित retweeted
Elephants often detect camera traps through smell or the faint click of the infrared trigger. Their curiosity sometimes leads them to investigate —and occasionally dismantle the setup!
K. Ankit | कुमार अंकित retweeted
When the forest watches back… 🐘
This curious jumbo discovered my camera trap in the forest.
What followed was a careful inspection…a few gentle nudges…& finally a decisive verdict — the camera on the stick had to go!
#Elephants #CameraTrap #WildlifeBehaviour #FieldMoments
K. Ankit | कुमार अंकित retweeted
Thanks to @cmsvatavaran for this nomination for our film Bridging the Gap that profiles a huge problem linear infrastructure cutting through forests . Also spotlights work done by @tnforestdept @supriyasahuias & @Saket_Badola @wildwithwolves work on solutions
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Lucknow's secret bird paradise.....CG City Wetland !!!!
@IndiAves @Theme_pic_India @uptourismgov @skumarias02 #birds #birding #BirdTwitter #BirdsSeenIn2026 #birdlovers #nature #wildlife #Lucknow
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Makhnas (tuskless male) can make up for the missing tusks by size of body and massive forehead. Here's a big size Makhana walking confidently in open grassland of Dhikala in Corbett TR.
@corbett_gov
@rameshpandeyifs
K. Ankit | कुमार अंकित retweeted
#Noida A+ #blood donor needed for 14 year old dengue patient at Sarvodaya Hospital, Gaur City, Noida Extension
Please call: 9001098361
Via @Vikash_Pandey78
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Presented by Anshuman Gogoi : Across 482 km² of Kaziranga, nine teams recorded 509 elephant sightings over 15 days. Photographic capture-recapture surveys tracked herds and solitary males to support a repeatable population-monitoring protocol.
@moefcc @wii_india @SACONCoimbatore @GobindsagarBha1 @RuchiBadola2 @Mukeshrajwar4 @AnukulNath4 @wildwithwolves @paragnigam09 @rameshpandeyifs
#WII #WildlifeResearch #ars2026
#ElephantConservation
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Presented by Aritra Roy : Influence of resource-driven aggregation on fishing cat population estimation in a mangrove ecosystem
@moefcc @wii_india @SACONCoimbatore @GobindsagarBha1 @RuchiBadola2 @bhlab_india
@apbiodiversity @APENvFor @aritra.roy.750
#WII #WildlifeResearch #ars2026
#FishingCat #SaveOurMangroves #populationecology #AndhraPradesh
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Presented by Dr. Bilal Habib : Estimating social species is messy-but it doesn’t have to be.
We compared SCR, SPA, IPM & a new Cluster-Based Population Model for dholes. Result? CBPM delivers reliable abundance without individual IDs.
A step forward for monitoring social carnivores.
@moefcc @wii_india @SACONCoimbatore @GobindsagarBha1 @RuchiBadola2 @wildwithwolves
@MahaForest @bhlab_india @paragnigam09 @sumankoley94 @juriroy643 @mytadoba @MahaPenchTiger @magical_melghat @_NNTR_ @BorTigerReserve @tipeshwar
#WII #WildlifeResearch #ars2026
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Felicitation of Indian Navy & Air Force Officers
@moefcc @wii_india @SACONCoimbatore @GobindsagarBha1 @RuchiBadola2
#WII #WildlifeResearch #ars2026
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Presented by Dr. Bilal Habib : Project Cheetah is more than bringing back the cheetah-it’s about restoring India’s grasslands & savannas. With 52 cheetahs, scientific monitoring, community engagement & global partnerships, the initiative aims to revive biodiversity, resilience & ecological balance.
@moefcc @wii_india @SACONCoimbatore @GobindsagarBha1 @RuchiBadola2
@V_kolipakam @muliya_sanath @wildwithwolves
#WII #WildlifeResearch #ars2026
#ProjectCheetah #Ecosystemrestoration
