Civet Cat Saved From Uncovered Well
Uncovered wells continue to pose a great threat to wild animals, especially nocturnal animals who venture out to forage or […]
Tracing Arya’s First Year Of Freedom With Wildlife SOS
Making her way to the Yamuna riverside, blind Arya uses her trunk to trace the ground and carefully listens to
A Day in the Life of Nina
The elephants under our care at the Wildlife SOS Elephant Rescue Centres have a routine charted out for them to
Jasmine’s Story – Why Elephants Do Not Belong In Cities?
A few years ago, when our vehicles would screech to a halt at the traffic signal, it would not be
Nearly 2000 Animals Saved In 6 Months By Wildlife SOS!
In the last 6 months, Wildlife SOS has worked tirelessly, round-the-clock to attend to distress calls for animals. The country
Caring For Young Elephants
What do Coconut, Laxmi, Ramu and Zara share in common? Apart from the fact that they’re all rescued from traumatic
Elephant Of The Month – Maya
As one of our oldest and most experienced caregivers, Munna, gently calls out to Maya asking her to wait while
Raising Orphaned and Abandoned Leopard Cubs
Barely a few weeks old, their soft, distressed cries tug right at the heart strings of our leopard care staff
Difference Between Tusks And Tushes In Asian Elephants
Asian elephants differ physiologically from their African counterparts, primarily in the shape of their ears, their build, their height and
Are We Celebrating The Wrong Side Of Conservation?
Rogue Herd On The Move! 15 wild elephants move across China! Where are the elephants in China heading? These are
Wildlife SOS Provides COVID19 Relief Kits To Kalandars
The Wildlife SOS Kalandar Rehabilitation Programme was introduced after the safe rescue and rehabilitation of 628 sloth bears from the
Staff Profile Of The Month: Suvidha Bhatnagar
Communications superstar and an avid lover of all that nature has to offer, this month’s staff highlight is a member
Rescues From The Helpline – June, 2021
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. Wildlife SOS operates 24×7 emergency rescue helplines in
Women of Kalandar Community Receive Sewing Training
The past few months have been challenging for people all across the globe, with the second wave of COVID19 engulfing
Bear Of The Month – Lallu Master
Having lived his life constrained to a small space for years, today, Lallu Master loves exploring the different corners of
Here Is How Our Resident Animals Beat The Summer Heat!
Temperatures soaring to nearly 50 degrees centigrade (122F), every human across India is facing the brunt of this brutal summer!
Zara Celebrates First Rescueversary With Wildlife SOS
At Wildlife SOS, first rescue anniversaries celebrate the journey of freedom that our elephants embark upon. Each rescued elephant brings
The Lesser-Known Endangered Species Of India
The word “endangered” in itself talks about the impending doom that our precious wildlife is surrounded by. This word brings
Leopard Baby Reunited With Mother In Maharashtra
In another heart-warming tale of family reunions, a 25-day old leopard cub was recently reunited with its mother in Junnar
Rescues From The Helpline – April, 2021
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. Wildlife SOS operates 24×7 emergency rescue helplines in
Bear Of The Month: Gulabo
In 2006, Wildlife SOS was in the middle of their efforts to rescue sloth bears from the barbaric practice of
Bollywood Actress, Alia Bhatt, Joins The Wild Side
We have witnessed her don many hats – from an actor to a singer and now, a philanthropist. She has
Staff Profile Of The Month – Dr. Ilayaraja
Hailing from the rich cultural heritage town of Puttukottai in Tamil Nadu, Dr. Ilayaraja Selvaraj has been an integral part
Celebrating Wildlife SOS’ Team Of Veterinarians On World Veterinary Day
It is believed that not all heroes wear capes, some of them don a green Veterinary scrubs and set out
Celebrating Rhea’s 5th Rescueversary!
By the time Rhea was rescued, she had lived over five decades in severe neglect and abuse as a performing
Two Leopard Cubs Reunited With Mom In Maharashtra
The harvest season is at its peak since the beginning of March as lush sugarcane fields are ripe for reaping.
Elephant Of The Month: Kalpana
Elephants at a complete loss of sight are well aware of the fact that they largely have to depend on
Three Leopard Cubs Reunited With Their Mother
Three months into the New Year and this heartwarming story of a reunion will fill you with a renowned sense
Rescues From The Helpline – January 2021
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. Wildlife SOS operates 24×7 emergency rescue helplines in
Elephant Of The Month – Zara
Awake and alert at the crack of dawn, Zara stands at the corner of her free-ranging field and lightly rumbles
Bear Of The Month, Kuber’s Tale Of Ten Years!
Kuber was only a few months old when he took timid steps into the vast expanse of the Wildlife SOS
All You Need To Know About The Bird Flu
The new year has been welcomed with high hopes and the unkindly return of the Bird Flu also called the
Karma Celebrates First Year Of Freedom!
Every morning, we find Karma standing close to Kalpana and Holly under the warm winter sun, while she indulges in
Goodbye, Gail…
If you ever had the chance to visit the Wildlife SOS Agra Bear Rescue Facility, you most certainly would have
Barn Owl Rescued From Maharashtra
Wildlife SOS and Maharashtra Forest Department have joined forces in rescuing animals in distress in Maharashtra. From rescuing Sambar deers
Bear Keeper of the Month: Mohammad Yasin
From a very young age, Mohammad Yasin would find an excuse to visit the Dachigam National Park for various reasons
In The Loving Memory of Our Dear Charlie
The free-ranging field that houses the young Weasleys’ is now eerily quiet as Ron and Ginny slowly walk around, looking
Leopard Cub Returns Home After Intensive Treatment
Wildlife SOS takes pride in the regular capacity-building workshops and awareness workshops conducted with local communities on man-animal conflict mitigation.
One Month Into Jai’s Healing Journey
The past one month has been a whirlwind of a journey at the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital as we settled
Benefits of Laser Therapy for Our Rescued Animals
Laser therapy in pain management has been a technique in use since many years, especially for human patients who deal
Our Rescued Bears Gear Up For Winters
There is something dreamy about the sheath of white snow that covers the picturesque greenery in the Northern valley of
Rescues from the helplines: November!
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. To combat the rising number of conflict cases,
Staff Profile Of The Month: Deenanath
Hailing from the town of Mirzapur, Deenanath has been working at the Wildlife SOS Agra Bear Rescue Facility from the
Bear of the Month, Chitra, Celebrates 12 years with Wildlife SOS
Twelve years ago, a nervous Kalandar walked into the Wildlife SOS Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre with an old, emaciated bear,
Keeper of the Month: Dadapeer!
In the densely forested area of the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre, in Bengaluru, Dadapeer can be spotted hurriedly making his
Ramu’s Road to Recovery!
As dawn breaks over the Wildlife SOS Elephant Conservation and Care Centre, Ramu, our majestic tusker, prepares himself for a
Remembering the “Birdman of India” on His 124th Birth Anniversary
“I suppose I have done my bit, it is now up to you, younger people.” – Dr. Salim Ali Dr.
Happy Tenth Rescueversary Bijli!
Bijli, whose name means ‘lightning’ in Hindi, truly lives up to her name and is always keeping her companions and
Elephant of the Month: Holly
Holly was the first elephant to receive treatment at our Elephant Hospital, for her grave injuries. The 61-year-old blind elephant
Fish Hook Catches the Wrong Bait – A Mugger Crocodile!
An emergency call in the late hours of the evening sprung the Wildlife SOS Rapid Response Unit operating out of
Spooktacular Halloween at Wildlife SOS!
The end of October brings chills down our spines and we have more than the sudden dip in the temperatures
Keeper of the Month: Shivaji Modhe
Considered the heart and soul of the Leopard Rescue Centre in Junnar, Maharashtra, Shivaji Modhe is the oldest member of
An Update on Arya’s Progress
Arya has rightly lived up to her name, especially with her feisty and indomitable spirit resembling the popular character Arya
Wildlife Week Takes the Virtual Way
The year 2020 has been surprising and a year of introspection, to say the least, especially with the world being
Elephant of the Month: Macadamia
Five years ago, four battered, bruised and dispirited elephants were rescued from a circus in Maharashtra. These young elephants were
How To Identify An Elephant In Distress?
Elephants are social and sentient beings that express pain, joy, discomfort and anger just like humans. As a traveler, you
And Then There Were Four
A wave of jubilation encapsulated the Wildlife SOS Field of Dreams as our dear Zara took firm steps to the
Bidding Adieu to Our Queen “Maharani”
Her name translates to “Queen” and for years, she reigned supreme in her home at the Wildlife SOS Agra bear
Reiterating the Pledge to Responsible Tourism!
For all us travel enthusiasts, the COVID19 pandemic has put a screeching halt to all our plans and expectations of
Caring for Blind Elephants at Wildlife SOS
With Arya’s arrival at the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital, there are now a total of 6 rescued blind elephants under
Arya Arrives at the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital!
Enveloped with darkness and worked to the point of over exertion, an ailing and exhausted elephant would timidly make her
Keeper of the Month: Shabir Ahmed Bhat!
Hailing from the Northernmost state of India, with its breath-taking mountains and picturesque valleys, is Shabir Ahmed Bhat, our bear
Wildlife SOS Celebrates Elephant Appreciation Day with a Jumbo Buffet for Rescued Elephants!
Caring for over 30 rescued elephants, everyday that is spent caring for these gentle giants becomes the best opportunity for
Delhi’s Last Elephant, Jasmine, Celebrates One Year of Freedom!
It would be a common sight for people residing in Delhi to witness an elephant making her way through the
Marking Two Successful Years of Human-Elephant Conflict Mitigation in Central India!
In the area of conservation, the most important aspect becomes the recognition of co-existence, but when a farmer wakes up
The “Serene” Elephant of the Month: Karma!
Karma was a begging elephant who had spent most part of her life living in disadvantageous surroundings, unhealthy environment and
Bear Keeper of the Month: Allauddin!
Allauddin is one of the youngest bear caretakers at the Wildlife SOS Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre, in Bengaluru. Due to
Surreal Splash for Our Rescued Pachyderms!
Time and again, your feeds on social media will be filled with one of our rescued elephants splashing around in
Elephant of the Month: Sanjay!
There is something majestic and regal about a tusker walking, in all his grandiosity. For wildlife enthusiasts, spotting a tusker
The Final Fleeting Moments of Relief for an Elephant in Udaipur!
It was a usual day for us all at Wildlife SOS when one call changed the course of the day
Addressing the Needs of Ageing Leopards!
Wildlife SOS established the Leopard Rescue Centre in Junnar, Maharashtra, keeping in mind the increased incidents of man-leopard conflict in
From Burgers To Beetroots: The Seven-Year Long Tale of Tough Choices for Laxmi!
Fondly known as the “munchkin of Wildlife SOS”, with her short and pudgy stature and the perfectly depigmented borders of
One Month Into Zara’s Journey With Wildlife SOS!
Taking timid steps into her new surroundings, a month ago, Zara walked out of the Elephant Ambulance and straight into
Keeper Of The Month: Balu Mundhe!
Taking care of big cats is not an easy task, especially for the leopards under our care as they have
Wildlife SOS debunks Myths on Snakes for the World Snake Day!
An unexpected or expected encounter with a snake is sure to send chills down your spine, even in the sultry
Our “Spirited” Elephant Of The Month: Jasmine!
Almost a year ago, an elephant navigating through the congested city roads of the National Capital of Delhi would have
Chanchal’s Eight-Year Long Journey with Wildlife SOS, by her Keeper!
For Chanchal’s keeper, Manekchand, there was nothing but immense love for animals that guided him through his life. Six years
Zara begins her Healing Journey at Wildlife SOS!
For a weak, emaciated elephant, dragging herself through the day, with the overbearing weight of a carrier, will no longer
Benefits of a Veggielicious Diet on Eat Your Vegetables Day!
We have all probably grown up with our parents having to chase us to finish that lone piece of broccoli
Wild Tusker successfully Radio-collared; Relocated to Mitigate Conflict in Tamil Nadu.
The incidents in the recent past have surely questioned our basic sense of humanity and the concept of co-existence to
Gajraj celebrates 3 Years of Freedom at the Wildlife SOS Elephant Conservation and Care Centre!
The entire country may consider the months of May, June and July as “summer months” but for our grand, old
Elephant of the Month: Rajesh!
If you ever had the chance to visit our Elephant Conservation and Care Centre, other than our staff or a
Celebrating the World Environment Day at our Rescue Centres!
Wild tigers strolling temple premises, oceans showing different hues of blue, dolphins visiting the Gangetic plains of Maharashtra and the
Nightly Prowl takes a Grave Turn as Leopard falls into a Well in Uttar Pradesh!
The prized possessions of the wild find themselves in serious incidents and escaping death at every turn, whether it is
Wildlife SOS organises Awareness Workshop on COVID-19 for the Kalandar Community!
Whether on TV news channels, newspapers or casual discussions, COVID-19 has managed to become a commonly-used term ever since the
Keeper of the Month: Babu Lal!
Our elephants have the chance at life once again, due to the care and compassion of our elephant keepers, who
Drowning Leopard Saved from an Uncovered Well in Maharashtra amidst Nationwide Lockdown!
As cases of the Coronavirus pandemic grip the nation with increasing intensity, Maharashtra constitutes for 1/3rd of the cases, hence
Restored Right of Passage for Elephants as Trains dock during Lockdown!
Walking through the dense forest, on the soft mud and the gentle cracks of the twigs under the feet of
Everyone’s Favourite “Nut Herd” Completes 5 Years at Wildlife SOS!
It seems not long ago that circuses across the country would be jam-packed with an audience ranging from toddlers to
‘Water Baby’ Phoolkali, completes 8 Years at Wildlife SOS!
Grace emanates from her grand stature as she towers over most of our elephants as the tallest female elephant under
Keeping the Big Cats Safe during COVID-19!
The cat’s out of the bag and quite literally so, especially with the recent positive cases of the Coronavirus infection
Miraculous Recovery for Ailing Peacock with Help of Wildlife SOS Vets!
The COVID-19 pandemic has put the country under a complete lockdown with sealed borders that severely restrict movement, even for
The Seven-year Long Tale of Companionship and Courage: Erika & Ella!
Their fates were stitched together when they were spotted in different districts of Haryana, begging for survival, tirelessly, day in
Celebrating the Frontline Heroes of Wildlife SOS on World Veterinary Day!
The world grapples with a paralysing pandemic that confines us all to the four walls for the safety of those
Five Cameos that We Did Not Expect to Catch on Hidden Camera!
While we are mainly known for our rescue and rehabilitation efforts, what many people may not necessarily be aware of
Keeper of the Month: Dilip Deshpande!
Dilip Deshpande hails from a village near the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre and has been working as a leopard keeper
Elephants breathe relief as COVID-19 outbreak leaves Popular Tourist Spots deserted!
Not a soul in sight since the Indian Government announced nationwide lockdown beginning from 22nd March 2020, owing to the
Crossing sealed borders for an Elephant in Pain!
It is, indeed, true that when duty calls, one must respond, and respond certainly to deal with crisis! Our medical
Refuse to Ride takes on the Delhi Metro Pink Line!
Considered the lifeline of the capital state, the Delhi Metro witnesses as many as a million travellers each day who
Bidding Adieu To Our Beloved Bean
With his curious eyes anxiously darting across the field, Bean was shy and reclusive when he first arrived at the
Critically Wounded Tiger Receives Treatment In Bhopal
The entire dynamic of human-wildlife conflict changes when there is a large predator involved as communities living close to the
Updates From The Field: Chhattisgarh
Wildlife SOS with the assistance of the Chhattisgarh Forest Department, successfully radio-collared the matriarch of a wild elephant herd in
Blind Elephant Nina, Arrives At The Elephant Hospital
As a colourful chalk reaches dangerously close to her damaged eyes, she flinches a little at the odd feeling but
Hangul Population Census In Kashmir By Wildlife SOS
The Kashmir stag, also known as the Hangul, is an ungulate subspecies which is native to Kashmir valley, India, thus
Rescuing The Rare And Elusive Species Of Kashmir
The snow-peaked mountains of the Kashmir valley are home to many elusive animals, birds and even reptiles, endemic to the
Celebrating Family Reunions!
The harvest season from December to April fills the farmers with new hopes, each year. In Maharashtra, however, there is
Presenting BBRC’s Eco-Friendly Bear Kitchen
Tucked away in the dense forests of the Bannerghatta National Park in Bengaluru, Karnataka, the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre is
An Update On Emma’s One-Month Progress At Wildlife SOS
Following a whirlwind rescue operation to get Emma to safety at the start of the new year, we are thrilled
Rescues From The Helpline – March, 2021
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. Wildlife SOS operates 24×7 emergency rescue helplines in
50 Snakes Seized From Snake Charmers During “Shravan”
The month of August is a busy month for our rescue teams. As Northern India rejoice in the monsoon season
Socialisation Of Rescued Elephants At Wildlife SOS
Elephant herds are the living examples of the strongest familial relationships in the wild, each member of the herd has
Uncovered Well Claims A Leopard’s Life In Maharashtra
Wells serve as the primary source of water and support system for agricultural fields as well as farmers, but these
Updates From The Field: Chhattisgarh
Wildlife SOS with the assistance of the Chhattisgarh Forest Department, successfully radio-collared the matriarch of a wild elephant herd in
Nina’s Bell Removal At The Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital
The rescue and rehabilitation of an ailing elephant lays the foundation of their first steps to freedom in a new,
Why You Should Not Feed Monkeys
With their beguiling eyes and swift movements, Rhesus Macaques can be commonly spotted swinging from one branch to another in
Rescued Elephants Welcome Winters at Wildlife SOS
As the bright sunshine pierces through the dense fog and mist of the morning, our elephants can be seen pausing
Six Months Into Emma’s Progress At Wildlife SOS
For a newly rescued elephant, the initial months of adapting to a new environment are a difficult transition period. At
Rescues From The Helpline – February, 2021
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. Wildlife SOS operates 24×7 emergency rescue helplines in
Laws Protecting Reptiles In India
Slithering through the grasslands and steadily emerging into open fields, reptiles such as snakes, crocodiles, monitor lizards, etc. are increasingly
Ailing Adult Leopard Returns To The Wild
Nocturnal in nature, leopards can seldom be spotted in the broad daylight sprawled in open fields, unless they have been
An Update On Nina’s One-Month Progress
Quietly walking around her enclosure and taking relaxing dust baths, the past one month has been life-altering for Nina, to
Emma Finds New Friends At Wildlife SOS
Emma loves resting under the shade of her enclosure and comfortably snoozes at any time of the day. Almost 3
Camera Traps Capture Inhabitants Of The Wild
The plethora of knowledge and data that our camera traps have captured over the years is astounding. Whether it is
Avoidance Behaviour: Wild Elephants
What to do when you encounter a wild elephant? Human-elephant conflict is on a steady rise, posing a serious threat
Update From The Field: Chhattisgarh
With an expanse of dry, deciduous forest intertwined with evergreen sal and peepal trees, the breathtaking landscape of Chhattisgarh serves
Welcoming Wildlife Day 2021 With New Norms
For every individual involved in the field of conservation, World Wildlife Day is an opportunity to celebrate the pledge that
Rescues From The Helpline – August, 2021
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. Wildlife SOS operates 24×7 emergency rescue helplines in
Staff Profile Of The Month – Rakhee Sharma
Many people are unaware of the important role that local communities can play in wildlife conservation. When Wildlife SOS spearheaded
Rescues From The Helpline – July, 2021
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. Wildlife SOS operates 24×7 emergency rescue helplines in
Rescues From The Helpline – May, 2021
Every month, we receive hundreds of calls regarding urban wildlife in distress. Wildlife SOS operates 24×7 emergency rescue helplines in
Leopard Rescued From Agra In Four-Hour Long Operation
Over the past few days, CCTV footage of a leopard running out of a house in Agra has been doing
Highway Crossings Turn Fatal For Elephants In India
The Hosur-Krishnagiri highway in Tamil Nadu has been used by wild elephants as a part of their traditional migratory route,
All You Need To Know About India’s only Elephant Ambulance
Providing high quality care and comfort to injured, abused and ailing elephants is a mammoth task that Wildlife SOS has
Healing Wounds With Compassion and Comfort at Wildlife SOS
The heartbreaking sight of a wounded elephant walking in pain along busy highways and narrow streets is the most prominent
Celebrating Ten Years of Our Magnificent Rajesh
A decade seems to have flown by a little too fast as we celebrate another elephant’s brave healing journey. These
Off Comes Zara’s Bell!
In the day and age of technology, no distance seems too much as we connect to our dear ones through
Indian Laws Protecting Elephants
India boasts of a rich cultural heritage and has one of the strongest laws of the land that prevent the
An Update on Ramu!
At the energetic age of 19 years, though Ramu is at the finality of his teenage years, there is no
Striped Hyena Rescued from Uncovered Well in Maharashtra
Hyenas are protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972, with their population in the wild dwindling rapidly due to
Rare Pangolin Rescued and Relocated in Uttar Pradesh
The residents of a village in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, were in for an unexpected surprise when they spotted an odd-looking
Camera Traps some Surreal Sightings of the Wild
Over the years, we have gathered some impeccable and valuable footage from the field, with the help of our camera
Celebrating the Four-Legged Moms this Mother’s Day!
Mothers come in all shapes and sizes, while most of ours have two limbs, there are some special ones that
Open Wells cause Woes to the Leopards in Maharashtra!
Gliding through sugarcane fields in a seamless stride, looking for food, leopards are on a perpetual prowl to survive in
Unsung Heroes, Wildlife SOS Caregivers Stand Strong Amidst Corona Crisis
Not all heroes wear capes, some wear Wildlife SOS T-shirts and wake up every morning, ever-so-diligently to go check on
Two Orphaned Leopard Cubs find a new home at Wildlife SOS
For leopard mothers, hunting missions undertaken to feed their offspring, until they can survive on their own, are a part
Our “Warrior” of the Month: Priyanka
With depigmentation bordering her perfectly symmetrical ears and her long lashes covering her eyes, when Priyanka steps out of her
Lilly Completes 6 Years at the Elephant Rehabilitation Centre!
With her larger than life personality and enthusiastic trumpeting, it is very easy to distinguish Lilly from the rest of
Life Lessons from Animals on Teachers’ Day!
It is believed that everything that surrounds us imparts an important lesson, one way or the other. Surrounded by the
Hidden Bomb Causes Tragic Elephant Death!
Try as one might and there can be no known fault of a mother fending for her unborn child so
Arya’s Bell Comes Off!
Celebrating two years of the Wildlife SOS Elephant Hospital, we decided to mark the special occasion with Arya’s bell removal!
Ten Years with Our Dear Bhola
Bhola’s past was riddled with pain, abuse and neglect which severely traumatized him for years. To add to his woes,
Celebrating Kalpana’s year-long journey at Wildlife SOS!
The majestic demeanour of an elephant seldom remains the same once subjected to a lifetime of abuse and neglect; chained
Celebrating The Majestic Beast on International Tiger Day!
Reverred as the National Animal of the country, the tiger is, in every way, majestic and regal as it is
Wildlife SOS ‘Save the Elephants’ Day Painting Competition!
Painting the world wild, Wildlife SOS hosted a painting competition on the occasion of Save the Elephants Day with the
