Spotlight On Guru, The Kingpin Of MLRC!
The Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) was started in 2007 by Wildlife SOS in collaboration with the Maharashtra Forest Department […]
Trunk Tales: Maya, and Her Precious Friendships!
Maya’s past remains to be a continuous reminder of the daily torture many innocent pachyderms have faced over numerous years.
Christmas Cheer At Wildlife SOS Centres!
An ideal winter day for our resident animals is when the sun’s rays manage to reach out through the mist
Wild Highlights Of The Year – 2023!
The year 2023 brought multiple occasions, events and highlights at Wildlife SOS which left a mark on everyone’s hearts. From
Bear Diary: Charming Chitra Completes 15 Years At BBRC!
In 2008, an old, emaciated sloth bear stepped into the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC) in Karnataka, in hope for
Trunk Tales: Marvellous Macadamia’s Momentous Journey!
In April of 2015, Wildlife SOS received the news about four elephants who were suffering in a circus in Maharashtra.
Spooky Season Takes Over Wildlife SOS!
It’s that time of the year when the air gets chilly, and an eerie feeling sets over the Wildlife SOS
Bear Diary: Chronicles Of Our Youngest Bear, Ron!
Wildlife SOS has conducted several rescue operations of distressed animals, including leopards, elephants, and sloth bears, and have provided them
World Tourism Day: The Benefits Of Wildlife Tourism
When we think of wildlife, many of us immediately think of safaris. This is why wildlife and tourism often go
Are Elephants Social Or Solitary?
There are many differences one can note while talking about wild animals and domesticated animals. The behaviour of wild animals
Helpline Rescues 2023 — A Recap Of The Last 6 Months
With rising awareness on the importance of saving animals, the Rapid Response Units of Wildlife SOS in Delhi NCR, Vadodara,
The Sisterhood Of The Travelling Trunks, Maya And Phoolkali!
People often talk about the bond two people share after going through a similar life-changing experience. For two resident elephants
What The Future Holds For Life On Earth
‘Farmer’s friend’ is the proverbial description of Rat snakes. Rodents that destroy crops and eat into stored rice are one
Symbiosis: When Different Species Work Together In The Wild
Nature harbours some of the most curious relationships. Ostriches and zebras, elephants and beetles, woodpeckers and ants. These odd alliances
The Quandary Of Human-Sloth Bear Conflict
The Sloth bear (Melursus ursinus) is one of 4 bear species that are found in the Indian subcontinent. The Wildlife
Evolution of Bears
A modern-day bear’s adaptation is a unique journey of evolution and indeed a fascinating one. Their initial evolution began about
Influencing Bear Behaviour with Operant Conditioning
Communication and interaction with other living beings has played an important role in developing long-lasting connections. As humans, we have
Celebrating World Nature Conservation Day with Poetry
World Nature Conservation Day is celebrated across the world on the 28th of July each year to celebrate our environment,
Bugs, Bears, and Beyond
Wild animals are expert predators and foragers, capable of finding sufficient food in the most efficient way. What’s interesting is
Sambar Deer Treated After Getting Into A Road Accident
Over the years, the Sambar deer population across India has been threatened due to poaching, loss of natural habitat, habitat
A Webinar On Operant Conditioning With Zoo Animals
Have you ever wondered how a rescued sloth bear willingly gives its paw for a blood draw? Or an elephant
Bear of the month – Swati
Monsoons at the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre is a beautiful time with lush greenery all around and our sloth bears
Hide and Seek in the Natural World
Every child has played the game Hide and Seek growing up, the game is pretty simple, concealing yourself in a
Keeper of the Month: Saddam Hussain
Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre, in Bengaluru, is home to several of our rescued sloth bears, it is also a place
Wildlife SOS Volunteer Awards: ‘Rising Star’ Category
Winner: Xavi Barugh (8yrs old) At Wildlife SOS, we truly appreciate the effort put in by every volunteer associated with
The Tale of Tipu
In 2006, a goatherd who had taken his goats out to graze near a forest area in Mysore, Karnataka, was
Celebrating International Day of Forest at BBRC
International Day of Forests is celebrated on March 21 across the world. It is a day to celebrate and cherish
Snake Bite First Aid: The Dos and Don’ts
Sighting a snake can be the most exhilarating experience for some people and one of the most frightening for others.
Wildlife SOS Earth Day ‘Creative Writing Competition’
Participants were asked to submit short articles for the Creative Writing Competition hosted by Wildlife SOS, and the winners would
Founders’ Trip 2024: A Recap Of 9 Amazing Days!
Have you ever wished to visit the Wildlife SOS centres where animals under our dedicated care have been residing since
Rescues From The Helpline – February 2024!
The Wildlife SOS Rapid Response Unit worked hard in the month of February to address concerned calls received. Our team
7 Steps The Youth Can Take Towards Wildlife Conservation!
“Youth is the hope for our future.” Many of us have heard this popular phrase, loaded with the message of
Wildlife SOS Collaborates With Students From WII!
Wildlife SOS strongly believes that education starts from the day one decides they want to learn. Abiding by this, Wildlife
Rescues From The Helpline – October 2023
The Wildlife SOS 24×7 rescue helplines were abuzz with concerned calls from citizens for rescues in the month of October.
A Walkathon To Remember!
On the momentous occasion of Wildlife Week as well as the Ele Earth Walk, Wildlife SOS collaborated with the Jammu
Volunteer For The Voiceless!
A wise person once said, “Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.” We, at Wildlife
Ways To Recognise Different Elephants Under Our Care!
The most identifiable features of an elephant are their trunks and the size of their body. There are three extant
Evolution Of Big Cats
Cats have mastered the range of ferocity over their many years on this planet. They are thought to be the
Pollutants That Threaten The Now And Future Of Wildlife
Even as we become more and more sensitized to the effects of pollution, we’re yet to fully gauge how deep-rooted
Living sustainably in 2022
Do you recall the time when you saw how much waste you are producing and decided that you needed to
Evolution of Elephants
The largest existing land mammal on the planet, Elephants, have a lasting effect on each individual who sets their eyes
Organic Farm at the Elephant Conservation and Care Centre
Organic farming has been gaining momentum over recent years. Although the term may be a new attractive phrase, it is
Our Dynamic Duo: Savita and Meenakshi
The Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre echoes with the sounds of sloth bears shuffling over to the feeding dens for breakfast
Bear of the Month: Vaseekaran
In 2019, the Karnataka Forest Department received information about a male sloth bear trapped in a deadly snare, outside a
World Environment Day At Wildlife SOS
World Environment Day is a day to celebrate life and to take action towards restoring our planet. This year’s World
Sustainable Development Goals and Wildlife SOS
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) was created and adopted by the United Nations in 2015. 17 SDGs,
Hosting more than just elephants at ECCC
Did you know that the land where the Elephant Conservation and Care Centre (ECCC) stands today was in fact a
Sick Peacock Receives Treatment in Maharashtra
The Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus) is one of the largest birds that fly and is native to the Indian Subcontinent.
