Threatened: Understanding The IUCN Urgency Behind The Word
We often hear people say a species is “threatened” or “endangered”, but do we really know what these words mean? […]
Anti-Poaching
The Battle Continues: Providing Safe Shelter To Lissy
On the last day of the year 2025, our team arrived in the scenic town of Sahibganj in the state
op-Ed: We Ended the Dancing Bear Trade. That Didn’t Mean the Work Was Over
Soon after 2026 began, Wildlife SOS was alerted to a deeply disturbing development: a young female sloth bear was being
The Hidden Dens Of Karnataka’s Sloth Bears
If you ever stand at the base of a granite hill in eastern Karnataka, listen closely. The land will tell
The Healing Journey Of Sloth Bears Rescued From Distress
For over 400 years, sloth bears had been captured and exploited as ‘dancing’ bears in India. As part of this
Rescues From The Helpline – November 2025
November marks a transitional phase not only for people, but for wildlife too, as they navigate through shrinking greener patches
Spotlight On Gracefully Ageing Asha
If you happen to visit the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre in Maharashtra, we guarantee a wild experience that you’ll always
Geriatric Care Of Sloth Bears At Wildlife SOS
For decades, sloth bears across India were subjected to one of the cruellest traditions imaginable, the practice of ‘dancing’ bears.
Wildlife Week 2025: Unity, Awareness & Action Across Wildlife SOS Centres
Wildlife Week 2025, held between October 2 and 8 every year, saw a remarkable collaboration between students, forest officers, caregivers,
Beyond Beauty: The Hidden Battle Of Peacocks
The peacock, revered for its unparalleled beauty, has a history steeped in fascinating cultural and historical connections. Did you know
Tigers Of The Tides, Guardians Of The Sundarbans
Straddling the delta where the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers meet the Bay of Bengal, the Sundarbans is the world’s
Historic Win For Wildlife SOS & India’s Tigers: Poachers Convicted In Tamil Nadu
In 2023, deep in the forests of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, a group of six poachers believed they could continue
Reef, Reptile And Predator: Wildlife SOS Battles Against Wildlife Trafficking
At the core of illegal wildlife trafficking, is a strong and rapidly expanding global demand for a variety of animal
A Star-Studded Problem
Who wouldn’t want a star at their home? After all, raising a star has its own charm and satisfaction. But
The Deadly Grip Of Snares On India’s Wildlife
The relentless exploitation of wildlife for commercial gain has become a rampant practice due to which animals are perilously close
Indian Parakeets In The Net Of Illegal Trade
Life is beautiful, and a major credit to its beauty can be given to the palette of colours that we
Trunk Tales: Suzy, The Eldest Pachyderm At ECCC
The history of circuses and their treatment of elephants is a dark and sordid tale that spans many decades. For
Owls Mired In Myths And Wildlife Trafficking
They are mysterious, they are birds of prey symbolising raw power, and the way these nocturnal denizens fly without producing
Exotic Pets And A Deep Dive Into Luxury, Wildlife Trade And Invasive Species
‘Luxury’ as a concept has evolved over time, but it has remained a way for the royals and elites to
Wildlife SOS Busts Illegal Trade Of Live Animals And Body Parts In Gujarat
From mammals and reptiles to birds, fish and corals — about 6,000 species of animals have been seized from illegal
Festival of Lights Brings A Dark Time For Owls In India
Popularly known as the ‘festival of lights’, Diwali marks the beginning of a new year in the Hindu calendar. People
Myths, Misconceptions, And Misrepresentation Of Reptiles
Be it through stories, media, or culture, reptiles have held a complex representation since time immemorial. The Harry Potter franchise
Knowing The World’s Rhinos
Rhinoceroses are one of the most fascinating and certainly one of the largest land animals to exist today. Despite that,
Return Of 12 Indian Star Tortoises Back Into The Wild
The Indian star tortoise (Geochelone elegans), one of the most beautiful tortoises in all of Asia, is sadly disappearing from
Sloth Bear Seized From Smugglers, Rehabilitated At Wildlife SOS
The image of a lone Sloth bear performing in a way that appears to be a dance, is indeed a
Wildlife SOS Seizes Barn Owl In Gujarat Raid
The Gujarat Forest Department and the Wildlife SOS Rapid Response Unit, jointly run with the GSPCA (Gujarat Society for Prevention
World Tiger Day: Threats To The Majestic Cat
Each year, we celebrate International Tiger Day on July 29 to turn the spotlight on the majestic big cat species
Meet The Monitor Lizards Of India
Due to their unique morphological features and huge size, Monitor lizards may elicit fear among people. But they are far
The Big Picture Of Wildlife Trafficking
Kangaroos were spotted in India, and sure enough, they were all over the news! The recent seizure of kangaroos in
Conundrum: Luxury Fashion Or Sustainability?
The fashion industry is a highly popular and influential industry that has its grasp deep in our minds and is
Tracing The Journey Of The Most Trafficked Mammal, Pangolin
Humans share a rather unique relationship with wildlife, where they rely on them for their basic necessities. From companionship to
Wildlife-Ring Busted! Musk Deer Parts, Lizard Genitals Found
After a stealthy and perilous operation, the Wildlife SOS Rapid Response Team, working jointly with the GSPCA uncovered some bone-chilling
The Dark Side Of Wildlife Trade
In 2021, it is common knowledge that the illegal wildlife trade has devastating consequences on our ecological balance and biodiversity,
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
Over a 100 Parakeets and Tortoises Rescued in Vadodara!
In continuation of their efforts to crack down on the illegal pet trade and wildlife trafficking in Vadodara, Gujarat, the
Mythbuster: Superstitions Surrounding Wild Animals
We were all told tales as children – many of which are considered superstition and relatively harmless. Growing up in
Staff Profile Of The Month: Dr Arun A Sha
Dr Arun A Sha has been working with Wildlife SOS since 2004. A strong proponent of the need for establishing
World Pangolin Day: Get to Know the elusive Pangolin!
The Pangolin is an incredibly shy and reclusive mammal that bears the unfortunate tag of being the world’s most trafficked
Wildlife Traffickers Busted For Illegally Selling A Hedgehog!
Wildlife trade is certainly one of the biggest threats to the survival of species across the world today. In India,
The Weasleys Celebrate ‘One Magical Year’ of Freedom with Wildlife SOS
The Weasleys – Arthur, Molly, Charlie, Ron and Ginny – had fallen prey to the spectre of the ‘Dancing Bear’
Spotting the Elusive Wild Inhabitants of the Animal Kingdom!
Camera trap footage is a very important tool for ecological studies and observation of wildlife in their true form and
Facts About Leopards That Perfectly Describe The Majestic Species!
Stealthy and elusive, leopards can be found in various places around the world –Sub-Saharan Africa, northeast Africa, Central Asia, India
An Update on the Weasleys!
In the world of conservation, the phenomenon of poaching is a dreaded nemesis that all preservationists have to deal with.
Wildlife SOS Addresses the Elephant in the Room on ‘World Elephant Day’!
The survival of the elephant in India is critical to the survival of the entire species in Asia. Home to
Our Pocket-sized Ray of Sunshine – Odum!
A pocket sized ray of sunshine – that is how Odum’s keeper describes the 20 year old male sloth bear
Anti-Poaching Efforts Take a Hit as Covid-19 Lockdown Leads to Rise in Illegal Traffickers
As the spectre of Covid-19 continues to haunt the planet, there have been rising fears surrounding a resurgence of illegal
‘Indomitable’ Bear Of The Month: Bean
Lush trees within the premises of Agra Bear Rescue Facility sway to the tune of the wind forming a flowering
A Conservation Success: Celebrating 10 years of India’s last ‘Dancing Bear’ Rescue!
It is true that success is the result of years of untiring efforts and not the fruit of a single
Bear of the Month – Akki
Akki’s story is one of extreme hardships – torn away from his mother when he was only a cub, and
The Cruel Association of Snakes with Shravan
In July and August, the roads and streets leading to temples begin to be dotted by men dressed in saffron
Gravely injured Hyena rescued by Wildlife SOS
In a grave incident, indicating an increase in the exploitation of wildlife, a severely injured male hyena was found on
Gravely injured Hyena rescued by Wildlife SOS
In a grave incident, indicating an increase in the exploitation of wildlife, a severely injured male hyena was found on
A Tortoise Tale: The All Star Tortoise Repatriation
We have big news from the All-Star Tortoise repatriation campaign: they’re home! And so far it’s been a rousing success:
Rescues From The Helpline: May!
Here are snippets from the three cities that run our 24 x 7 helpline rescues! If you come across any
Wildlife Crime Enforcement Workshop Hosted In Gorakhpur
Following the successful workshop held at ECCC last month, the Wildlife SOS team hosted a second Wildlife Crime Enforcement &
#SaveSuman Campaign
On September 27, 2011, in a dank and filthy circus camp in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, a 24 year old female elephant
Endangered Turtle Speared by Fish Hook Rescued from Keetham
Recently, Wildlife SOS staff members from the Agra Bear Rescue Facility operating in the expansive Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary rescued
Notorious Tiger Poacher Convicted To Jail Sentence
Nearly five years ago, in a daring operation involving a daylight car chase and ambush through the streets of Delhi
Snare Set Up by Ruthless Poachers Claims Life of an Endangered Sloth Bear
With the growing number of incidents involving the use of deadly snares by poachers, another sloth bear was reported to
97 Smuggled Indian Star Tortoises To Fly Home To India From Singapore
With over 25,000 being seized at Indian airports nearly every year and an unimaginable number actually making it out of
Mohan’s Ivory Seized In Covert Operation
Last September marked a major victory for Wildlife SOS as we had pulled off one of the most challenging and
Wild Sloth Bear Loses Life To Explosive Bait Set By Poachers
A recent trend in wildlife poaching seems to be the use of bombs and explosives concealed in food bait to
Orphan Sloth Bear Cub Rescued; Mother Killed By Poachers
Spread across 467 sq kms of undulating plains and deciduous forests, the Sanjay-Dubri National Park located in Sidhi district of
Human Wildlife Conflict
By- Kartick Satyanarayan India’s population explosion combined with its rapidly increasing density of people per square kilometer, vehicles, roads, industries
Wild Sloth Bear caught in Poacher’s Snare Rescued in Karnataka
The distressed cries of an animal pierced through the stillness of the forest in the early hours of the morning,
More Dates for Kartick and Geeta’s 2016 Lecture Series!
Wildlife SOS cofounders Kartick Satyanarayan and Geeta Seshamani are adding dates to their U.S. tour! As of now, their 2016
Turtles Rescued From Keetham Lake
The vast acres of Soor Sarovar Bird Sanctuary plays host to a rich variety of flora and fauna. Keetham Lake,
Endangered Reptiles Rescued From Smugglers
Two men wait somewhat impatiently for a train to arrive at the Mathura Railway junction. Their luggage comprises of three
Wildlife SOS Rescued Leopard Cub from Poachers
The call comes in at 11:00 am. Leopard. Looks like a cub. Caught in a trap. Tikli village, on the
123 Turtles Rescued From Poachers & Released Back Into The Wild
The bus conductor gestured towards the women waiting at the Anand Vihar Bus Terminal, indicating towards the open luggage compartment
An Innocent Life Saved From Poachers by Wildlife SOS
In an all-night anti-poaching rescue operation based on intelligence provided, a sloth bear cub was seized from poachers on the
Capacity Building Program in Kashmir
by- Aaliya Mir An interactive session with the officials of South Division was organized at their headquarters in Bhijbehara, Anantnag
Wildlife Warriors: Indian Women Pioneering Conservation
India is a land rich in culture and heritage, and it is also home to breathtaking biodiversity. What is often
The Curious Cases Of Leucism, Albinism & Melanism
At first glance, it looks like a creature out of a fantasy tale. A tiger shimmering white, like snow under
The Tale Of Tuskers & Makhnas
The forests and grasslands of India are home to some of the most interesting fauna species, and among them reigns
Healing Traditions, Hurting Wildlife?
For centuries, people around the world have used traditional medicines as a means of healing as part of their cultural
Things You Didn’t Know About: Rhinos
Wildlife SOS introduces a series “Things You Didn’t Know About” that explores fascinating and lesser-known facts about various species. Our
Crackdown On Illegal Wildlife Trade As Birds And Langurs See Freedom!
In a crackdown on wildlife trafficking, the Delhi Forest Department raided a premises in the Jama Masjid market of old
Wildlife SOS Celebrates 30 Years Of Saving India’s Wildlife!
Wildlife SOS is honoured to celebrate 30 years of saving India’s precious wildlife. From humble beginnings in 1995 rescuing, treating
Inclusive Conservation: Engaging Former Poachers in Wildlife Protection
In many parts of the world, communities dependent on natural resources for their livelihoods have historically engaged in activities such
Protecting Wild Sloth Bears And Building A Future Of Conservation
From the inception of Wildlife SOS, the conservation and protection of sloth bears has been one of the organisation’s core
Keeping Up With The Tigers: Social Ties
The animal kingdom consists of a variety of species that have coexisted for as long as we can look back.
Wildlife SOS Seized Innocent Leopard Cub in Gujarat Raid
The months of October and November have the Wildlife SOS’ anti-poaching squad Forest Watch focused on apprehending owl traders around
Tiger Body Parts Seized In Tamil Nadu By Wildlife SOS And WCCB
For those well-versed in the world of wildlife conservation, poaching of tigers for their body parts is a prominent and
Rhino Horns, Elephant Ivory Seized After Busting Smugglers In Vadodara
In a massive wildlife trafficking raid that took place in western India’s Gujarat, the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) Mumbai,
Wildlife SOS Applauds the Success of Project Tiger
To commemorate 50 years since the start of Project Tiger, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) conducted
Exploring The Plight Of Animals On World Freedom Day
The Cambridge dictionary defines the word ‘freedom’ as “the condition or right of being able or allowed to do, say,
Wildlife SOS Seizes Sand Boa In Wildlife Raid Near Gujarat-Maharashtra Border
Nearly 120 km from Vadodara, close to the Gujarat-Maharashtra border, an illegal wildlife trade racket was busted by the Wildlife
Introducing The Indian Softshell Turtle
Today, of the 350 turtle species in the world, nearly half of them are endangered. With earliest fossils dating back
Responsible Tourism: 5 Ethical Practices To Protect Our Wildlife
India is the land of diversity, in picturesque landscapes, cultural heritage, spirituality, rich flora and fauna and much more. Travelling
Rangila Completes Two Years At The Agra Bear Rescue Facility!
In 2018, Rangila the ‘dancing bear’ made headlines as he embarked on a unique repatriation journey, across international borders from
Learning More About Gujarat’s Crocodile Denizens
Crocodiles can be alarming in appearance, often not warranting sympathy from most people. Mostly treated with distrust that stems from
Exotic Pet Trade Threatens India’s Endangered Species
From their use in traditional Chinese medicine to the pet trade industry, the reasons for wild animals to be trafficked
Nourishing Lives At the Wildlife SOS Bear Rehabilitation Centres!
When it comes to wild animals such as leopards, elephants and sloth bears that cannot be released back into their
Community vs Conservation: Wildlife SOS Speaks At CMS CoP 13
India was in the spot light this week for a mega-wild cause! The Conference of Parties to the Convention on
Star tortoises walk free once again
After a journey of several years, a group of star tortoises, once victims of the illegal wildlife trade, walk free
The Jaws of Death; Leopard Rescued from Jaw Trap set up by Poachers in Maharashtra
One of the cruelest human-created threats to wildlife, the jaw trap is clearly the most common devices used to trap
Leopard Skin Seized In Ballabhgarh In A Joint Operation With The Haryana Forest Dept. & Police
After weeks of intelligence gathering and careful investigation by the Wildlife SOS Anti-Poaching Unit (Forest Watch), a leopard skin was
74 Snakes Seized From Snake Charmers During ‘Shravan’ Month!
In India, ‘Shravan’ or ‘saawan’ is the fifth month of the Hindu calendar and it is considered to be auspicious
The Heartbreaking Rescue Of Little Rose
In the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, winter brings chilly winds and swirling mist that engulfs the dense green
Wild Sloth Bear Rescued After Consuming Explosive Device Used By Poachers
Morning had barely dawned on the Wildlife SOS Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Facility in Karnataka, and the bears were waking up
Pangolin Scales Seized From Poachers In Gwalior
In yet another incident that proves that poaching and illegal trade of wildlife species continues to be prevalent in India,
Heartbreaking Rescue Operation; Hyena Saved From The Jaws Of Death
The sadhu (Hindu sage) woke with the sunrise in the small stone temple on the edge of Baldeo village. Sandwiched
Bear Saved at the Border!!
Darkness was falling in the village of Mundahiri, Girdih District, Jharkhand. The remote village, skirting the border of India and
Taking the Charm out of Snake Charming
The month of ‘Shravan’ or ‘Sawan’ is the fifth month of the Hindu calendar, considered auspicious for devotees of the
