Rewilding Sloth Bears: Transforming Bear Enclosures & Welfare
Wildlife SOS has been taking care of rescued sloth bears for the last 30 years. Poached as cubs, these sloth […]
Sloth Bears
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?
The Design Journey: How Our Merchandise Came to Be
From bookmarks made of preserved petals to hand-embroidered elephant hangings that turn your walls vividly wild, Kalandar women supported by
Bear Diary: The Story Of Spectacular Suri
Suri’s journey to freedom began in 2007 when he was rescued as a five-month-old cub from the brutal ‘dancing’ bear
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
Wildlife SOS Hosts The Bear SAFE Team… Again!
Wildlife SOS welcomed the Bear SAFE team for their third visit to Wildlife SOS bear centres from October 27th to
Piggybacking For Survival: How & Why Sloth Bears Carry Their Cubs
It’s one of nature’s most charming images: a sloth bear cub perched on its mother’s back like a tiny passenger.
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
20 Highlights of BBRC’s 20-Year Journey
Wildlife SOS’s Bannerughatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC) in Karnataka, is the world’s second largest facility dedicated to rescued sloth bears,
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
Bear Diary: Bobby, The Inquisitive Explorer Of ABRF
Bobby arrived at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF) in 2013. He was six years old at the time, carrying
Christmas Festivities At Wildlife SOS Centres!
The holiday spirit has spread all across the rescue facilities of Wildlife SOS, and our animals with their caregivers are
Bear Diary: The Quiet Strength Of Valmiki
When Valmiki first arrived at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF) in 2010, he was a frightened young cub bearing
Bear Diary: In The Quiet Company Of Bobby
At 33 years old, Bobby is one of the eldest bears at the Bannerughatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC). He endured
Why Sloth Bears Deserve Global Attention
What’s the first image that comes to your mind when you hear the word “bear”? For most of us, it’s
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.
Operant Conditioning For Sloth Bear Care At Wildlife SOS
When it comes to treating animals, especially wildlife, healing doesn’t always begin with medicine. It begins with trust. At our
Vasi: The Sloth Bear Who Walks into History
Prosthetics have a long and fascinating history. With their earliest known evidence found in simple wooden limbs in ancient Egypt,
Bear Diary: Digit’s Tale Of Resilience
Digit arrived at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF) back in 2010. He was a five-month-old cub then, frail, frightened,
How Do Sloth Bears And Tigers Coexist?
Sloth bears and tigers, two of the most iconic and elusive predators of the Indian subcontinent, share a long history
Why Sloth Bear Need Dens
Many people have heard that bears use dens. However, most are unfamiliar that different species of bears use dens in
Bear Diary: Meet Tate, The First Friend You’ll Make At BBRC
The Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC) is a lush, secure home for many sloth bears that have endured unthinkable hardships,
Bear Diary: Gambir, The Star Bear Of ABRF!
If you ever thought bears just laze around in the forest sleepily or snooze under the shades of thick trees,
Bear Diary: Calm & Fearless Mubeen
In a quiet corner of the Wildlife SOS Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF), where the air is rich with the
Staff Of The Month: Sreekantiah G C
Sreekantiah never imagined that his life would be intertwined with the lives of sloth bears. Yet, today, he is not
Moments That Matter: Rescueversary Celebrations At Our Centres!
The term ‘rescueversary’ beautifully blends the words ‘rescue’ and ‘anniversary’. At Wildlife SOS, this marks the day a bear, an
Bear Diary: A Walk With Millie
Read about Millie, a sloth bear and her incredible journey from being trapped to finding a safe and nurturing home with Wildlife SOS.
In Loving Memory of Bear Chitra: A Gentle Spirit To Forever Remember
A doleful overcast set over the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre as our beloved Chitra bid us farewell. As the leaves rustle over her field, it seems as though they whisper warm memories of a sloth bear who had found comfort and solace under their shade for over 17 years.
The Remarkable Cognitive Abilities Of Sloth Bears
Sloth bears, a species found only in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka, not only hold physical strength, but also have
Bear Diary: Marvellous & Jolly Molly!
Discover the heartwarming story of Molly, a rescued sloth bear, and her lively antics at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility.
Oldest Sloth Bear At Wildlife SOS, Babloo Leaves Us With A Heavy Heart
Babloo was the oldest living rescued sloth bear in the country. He stood tall as an embodiment of perseverance, and
The Heat Is On! Summer Management For Bears At Wildlife SOS
Recent forecasts from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) paint a concerning picture for 2024,
Bear Diary: Odum, The Miniature Marvel!
Once upon a time in Bellari, Karnataka, a young sloth bear was paraded to perform through the streets. He had
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
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
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
Bear Diary: Adit, The Last ‘Dancing’ Bear!
Hailing from the Mughal era, the tradition of ‘dancing’ bears was once a thriving practice that was passed down from
Why Do Sloth Bears Love Hammocks?
The first thought that comes to anyone’s mind when thinking about a hammock is lying on a swinging bed strung
Bidding Farewell To Our Dearest Butterball
Saying goodbye is never easy. With a heavy heart, we bid adieu to our dearest Butterball. Butterball was just a
Caring For Blind Sloth Bears At Wildlife SOS
Each sloth bear under our care has come with a tainted past, a past filled with trauma and fear. The
6 Self-Care Tips From Animals At Wildlife SOS!
Many of us begin our day with a list of tasks to do. What we often tend to miss adding
World Bear Day: Busting Myths About Sloth Bears
Sloth bears are one of the eight bear species found across the world, primarily inhabiting parts of India, Nepal, Sri
Lallu Master’s Adventures At ABRF
Lallu Master has one of the more unusual personalities, compared to most bears residing at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility
Christmas Celebrations In Full Spirit At Wildlife SOS Centres
It’s no secret that winters and holiday season go hand-in-glove. ’Tis also the time when the jovial atmosphere of the
How To Avoid Sloth Bear Encounters In The Wild
As you step into the forest for your next adventure, you hope to spot your next wild wonder. You stumble
Animals Embrace Winter At Wildlife SOS Rescue Centres
Just like summers, the onset of winters requires special and unique arrangements as the rescued animals under our care have
Bear Of The Month — The 29-Year-Old Sundari
Sundari, a 29-year-old Sloth bear under our care at Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC), spends a large part of her
Staff Profile Of The Month: Mohammed Ubed Khan
Like all the other caregivers at the Van Vihar Bear Rescue Facility (VVBRF), Mohammed Ubed Khan arrives at the centre
BBRC Hosts Sloth Bear Awareness Sessions For Schools Located Near Forests
Children’s Day was celebrated on the 14th of this month, and as a reminder of what this day stands for,
Why We Need World Sloth Bear Day
Though time has passed since Wildlife SOS drew the curtain on the trade of ‘dancing’ bears, one might wonder why
Bear Of The Month – Ashok, The 17-Year-Old At BBRC
Spread over 77 acres, the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC) is divided into five different regions namely, Jambhava, Kishkinda, Panchavati,
What Is A Sloth Bear?
When one hears the name “Sloth bear” for the first time, it can be quite puzzling to imagine what this
ACF Officer Trainees’ Field Visit To ABRF
Recently, a group of Assistant Forest Conservator (ACF) officer trainees from the Central Academy for State Forest Service, Coimbatore visited
Care For Rescued ‘Dancing’ Bears Vs. Rescued Wild Bears
Renowned Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie once said, “Our histories cling to us. We are shaped by where we come
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
World Honey Bee Day: Hello Busy, Buzzing Bees!
One of the most recognisable insects, Honey bees are small, yellow and black striped, winged creatures. Belonging to the order
Understanding Sloth Bear Attacks
Considered as one of the most dangerous wild animals, Sloth bears have a reputation of being aggressive and unpredictable. Recently,
Understanding Sloth Bear Attacks
Considered as one of the most dangerous wild animals, Sloth bears have a reputation of being aggressive and unpredictable. Recently,
Bear Of The Month – Kavi
There is never a dull moment at Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC), given the colourful personalities of the rescued bears
Veterinary Appreciation Day 2022: Wildlife SOS Celebrates The Frontline Saviours
The best way to appreciate one’s effort is to express gratitude. Wildlife SOS went ahead to do so for the
Worms And Flies In A Bear’s Meal
Insects are one of the most pivotal components of terrestrial food webs as consumers, decomposers and even scavengers. They form
Bear in Mind: A History Of Bile, Dancing, And Conflict
There are a total of eight bear species in the world. Some have made their way into pop culture, like
Decoding The Human-Sloth Bear Conflict In Karnataka
Human-sloth bear conflict has been on a rise in various parts of India. Read to know more about the conflict situations that arise!
Millie And The Journey Of A Lifetime
Sloth bear (Melursus ursinus), one of the four bear species found in India, is widespread across major parts of the
Get To Know Your Indian Bears!
From fairy tales like ‘Goldilocks and The Three Bears’ to stories like ‘The Jungle Book’, bears have made an appearance
Bear Of The Month – Elvis
Jovial, extroverted, and playful – a personality like that of Elvis is impossible to miss and be charmed by. The
Our Bear Of The Month – Mowgli!
This is Mowgli’s story, but this Mowgli is different from one in the popular children’s book – The Jungle Book.
Positive Conditioning And Its Role In Giving Injectable Medication To Bears
It was a festive occasion at Wildlife SOS since Bobby, a sloth bear residing at the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre
Communities On The Frontline Of Conservation
Community-based conservation (CBC) is a method without which most of the things in the world of conservation cannot be achieved.
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
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
Bear Of the Month – Ron
Youngest of the sloth bear sleuth and every keeper’s favourite, The Bear of the Month for August is Ron! His
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Tale of Tipu
In 2006, a goatherd who had taken his goats out to graze near a forest area in Mysore, Karnataka, was
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
Bear of the Month: Cupid
A reigning joke at the Wildlife SOS Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre is that curiosity and an utter disregard for boundaries
A Day in the Life of a Bear Keeper at Wildlife SOS
Our bear caregivers are some of the most dedicated members of the Wildlife SOS staff. Their days are long, difficult
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’
Bear of the Month – Polly
Morning starts with eagerness within the enclosure; every new day brings with it tons of delicious honey-laced porridge, which is
Bear of the Month – Ankita
“The only love to really believe in is the love of a mother.” All of us have been shaped immensely
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
Sloth Bears – Pioneers of the Palate
Sloth bears spend much of their lives forging and rooting around the landscape of their native jungles looking for hidden
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
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
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.
Bear of the Month: Ranjan
As the mercury oscillates indecisively between hot, humid mornings, and cool rainy evenings, time seems to have slowed down at
Sloth Bear Or Black Bear? Can You Spot The Difference?
Can you spot the differences? Asiatic black bears, also known as moon bears, are often mistaken for sloth bears because
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
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
Bear of the Month – Kandi
As the sun rises over the Agra Bear Rescue Facility, a distinctive sound is heard across the centre. The keepers
Bear of the Month: Abhay
Abhay’s story is reminiscent of the condition of thousands of sloth bears that were once a part of the barbaric
Root Canal Appreciation Day: The Importance of Dental Care for Sloth Bears!
Dental hygiene plays an incredibly important role in the lives of not only humans, but also rescued Sloth bears at
Severely Wounded Sloth Bear Rescued From Man-Animal Conflict in Karnataka
**GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING** — Wildlife SOS team operating out of the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC) in Karnataka received a
‘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
Diligent Keeper of the Month: Jay Prakash!
A known and loved face in the Wildlife SOS Agra Bear Rescue Facility, Jay Prakash has been taking care of
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
Bringing wildlife to the forefront at the Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology
There are plenty of causes to care about in today’s world but not many gravitate towards wildlife conservation. It is
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
Bear of the Month: Titli
If Agra Bear Rescue Facility’s enclosure 14 could share tales of Titli’s exploits, we’d all have a story worthy of
A wild sloth bear trapped in a snare rescued from Bellary
When one thinks of poaching of animals, the image of a heavily armed person crops into their head as they
Meet the Survivors: ‘Mithali’ and ‘Maahi’
Time and again several incidents have shown the existential threat that open wells pose to the survival of wildlife, especially
Get to know Rakesh Kumar: The Bear Keeper of the Month
Rakesh Kumar has been working with Wildlife SOS at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility, for almost 12-years now. He’s an
Sloth Bear Crashes Wedding Ends up Falling into a Well!
Chhattisgarh with its tropical dry deciduous forests along with patches of rocky terrain serves as a suitable habitat for the
Bear of the Month: Aleem
Aleem has been part of the Wildlife SOS family for over 13 years now. Currently residing at the Agra Bear
A run to raise Awareness!
On the 19th of May 2019, the Garden City of Bengaluru awoke with cheer for over twenty five thousand registered
Sloth Bear Denning Project: A unique research initiative by Wildlife SOS
Sloth bears are endemic to the Indian subcontinent and occur commonly across the tropical forests of the region. But over
Bear of the Month: Vimal
Over the past decade, Vimal has been living a care-free and fulfilling life at the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Center. Unfortunately,
Hussain Basha-A Bear Keeper at the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Center
Hussain Basha has been working with Wildlife SOS for 12 years now and is currently based out of the organization’s
An Egg-citing Easter Surprise for our Sloth Bears!
While the world at large celebrates Easter with vigorous fervour, Wildlife SOS took upon itself to treat the rescued sloth
Bear of the Month: Lakshmi
Lakshmi was just a cub when she was snatched away from her mother and her forested home, only to be
Meet Veerpal: One of our Loving Bear Keepers
It’s been over 10 years since Veerpal joined Wildlife SOS and became a part of our family. Having worked at
Indo-Maldives Cyclists Pay a Visit to Wildlife SOS’ Rescue Facilities in Agra
The Indo-Maldives Cycling Expedition flagged off on 10th March 2019. Traversing approximately 500 kilometers, the route covers the Golden Triangle
Bear of the Month- Kabilan!
Kabilan was rescued from a Kalandar settlement in Uttar Pradesh in 2007. He was a little over a year old
Bear of the Month- Kabilan!
Kabilan was rescued from a Kalandar settlement in Uttar Pradesh in 2007. He was a little over a year old
Bear of the Month-Rose
Barely a year old, Rose was rescued from the state of Madhya Pradesh in 2016. Trapped in a poacher’s snare,
Bear of the Month-Rose
Barely a year old, Rose was rescued from the state of Madhya Pradesh in 2016. Trapped in a poacher’s snare,
Drawing a Curtain on the Age-Long Practice of Dancing Bears
Tracing back to the 16th century, the barbaric dancing bear trade was extensively prevalent across the Indian subcontinent. Initializing with
Renowned Actress Lesley Nicol visited Wildlife SOS
In addition to the tireless efforts and determined steps towards saving India’s wildlife, Wildlife SOS has evolved into an organization
Bollywood actor Jim Sarbh lends a hand to our rescued Elephants & Bears!
An Indian stage and film actor, Jim Sarbh, with his riveting on-screen presence has recently exposed his latent love for
Bear Of The Month: Ambika!
Six years old and nearly half the weight she should have been, Ambika was forced to spend her days working
An Interactive Session With Veterinary Experts At BBRC
Earlier this month, we had three eminent veterinarians from Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University visit our team operating out
Bear Of The Month: Durga!
Durga was rescued from Ramnagara and brought to Wildlife SOS in 2007 as a result of a human-wildlife conflict incident.
Rangila’s Journey To Freedom From Nepal To India!
As a thick blanket of clouds engulfed the sun, a mood of melancholy and gloominess loomed over the city of
Bear Of The Month: Sonia!
In 2008, the Wildlife SOS team rescued a timid little sloth bear from a Kalandar family in Andhra Pradesh. The
Bear Of The Month: Ratna!
Pleasant temperatures and lush greens are a normal occurrence during this time of year at the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre
Our Thoughts On Endangered Species Day!
On some days, working in conservation feels like we’re fighting a losing battle. The extinction of the last male northern
Bear Of The Month: Sarasu
Sarasu had spent almost three years tied to the end of a small rope, performing for her master out of
WSOS & Karnataka Forest Dept Join Hands To Instill Wildlife Awareness In School Kids
Starting from the first week of November, till the last week of March, the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Center (BBRC) opens
Dell Lends A Helping Hand To Rescued Sloth Bears In Bangalore!
A group of employees from DELL-Bangalore extended their support to wildlife conservation and lend a hand to our rescued sloth
Our Rescued Sloth Bear Cub, Mowgli Turns One!
Watching young Mowgli exuberantly bounding around his enclosure at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility, it is hard to imagine that
Bear Of The Month: Kasthuri
Kasthuri was rescued from a Kalandar settlement in West Bengal in 2007. She was only six months old at the
Bear of the Month: Truffles!
Truffles was a little over a year old when he and three other young sloth bears were rescued from a
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
Second Sloth Bear Cub Rescued From The Jaws Of Death In Karnataka
Just days after a nine month old female sloth bear was rescued from a deadly poacher’s snare on the outskirts
Bear Of The Month: Pooja
Pooja was around 18 months old when she first arrived at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility in 2008. She was
Sloth Bear Cub Trapped In Deadly Snare, Rescued & Released In Karnataka
The southern state of Karnataka is home to a large population of the indigenous sloth bears (melursus ursinus), one of
Bear Of The Month: Elvis!
Possibly one of the most lovable and friendly sloth bears at the Wildlife SOS Agra Bear Rescue Facility, Elvis’ life
Update On Hamsi Bear Undergoing A Treatment
Riddled with a painful bullet wound on her left shoulder, a famished young sloth bear hobbled her way across farmland
Sloth Bear Cub Rescued From A Barbed Wire In Karnataka
Drawn by the painful cries of an animal in distress, local farmers of Koratagere village, Karnataka were shocked to find
Bear Of The Month: Yogi
Wildlife SOS’s anti-poaching unit rescued Yogi bear from Bihar in 2011. Our team received a tip off about a group
Meet Prakash, Our Caring Bear Keeper!
Prakash has been a part of the Wildlife SOS team for more than 14 years, having worked at both our
Bear Of The Month: Rani!
Rani is the most famous sloth bear at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility and she holds a very special place
Geriatric Care for Rescued Sloth Bears
The practice of dancing bears was a centuries-old tradition that inflicted terrible cruelty on thousands of highly endangered sloth bears
Bear Of The Month: Odom!
Starved, abused and forced to live the agonising life of a dancing bear, Odom was confined to a life of
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
Aleem Bear & His Tooth Troubles!
Our bear keepers at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility don’t just have the exceptionally important job of caring for our
Celebrated Musician Lends a Hand to Rescued Sloth Bears!
Earlier this month, we played host to celebrated music producer, composer and conservationist Ricky Kej who paid a brief visit
In Loving Memory of Herbie
July 2006 signalled the start of a torrid monsoon at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility, and a new life for
Bear Of The Month: Manali
Sometimes it is difficult to decide whether Manali is more adorable or naughty. Then we realize that it is her
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
Bear Of The Month: Goldie
It has been many years since we welcomed Goldie into the Agra Bear Rescue Centre. He was rescued from a
Rose Bear Completes A Year With Wildlife SOS
Rescued as a badly wounded and terrified cub from Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh, Rose has come a long way over
Bear Of The Month: Suri
When rescuing ‘Dancing Bears’ from Kalandars, one of the most heartbreaking things was to find young cubs as captives. Suri
New Year Brings Ray Of Hope For Kuber Bear
For Kuber, 2016 had been a difficult year. His health started deteriorating in February, when he started to lose appetite
Bear Of The Month: Chingari
It has been nine years since the nightmare of brutality and exploitation has ended for Chingari. She was born to
Bear Of The Month: Valmiki
Valmiki bear was rescued from the Indo-Nepal border in 2010. His Kalandar owners were intercepted at the border just as
Bear Of The Month: Kanmani
A heavy iron ring forcefully pushed through their tender muzzle and a thick rope tied around the nose and neck,
Bear Of The Month: Hamsi
A victim of man-animal conflict, four year old Hamsi was rescued from a village in Bandipur, Karnataka in February 2015.
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
Elvis Bear Turns One!
Approaching Elvis’ enclosure at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility, you are greeted by his nose, reaching out towards you, twitching
Rescued Sloth Bears Fighting Tuberculosis
Although their painful years as ‘dancing’ bears are long behind them, the rescued sloth bears at our rescue centres still
Rose’s New Life At The Agra Bear Rescue Facility
In the few short months since her arrival at the Van Vihar Bear Rescue Facility, Rose has come a long
Remembering Lenzolita
The month of February ended on a sad note for the Wildlife SOS family, as we suffered an unexpected loss
Bear Of The Month: Akki
Akki is a male sloth bear who spent the first five years of his life as an oppressed ‘dancing bear’
Putting An End To The ‘Dancing Bear’ Practice.
In a dusty bylane, sandwiched between two rickety houses, a shaggy black figure ambles behind a man, dragged along the
Sowing Seeds Of Coexistence: Key Events In April–June 2025
At the heart of wildlife conservation lies a simple truth: people protect what they understand. When communities, students, policymakers, and
Rescues From The Helpline — June 2025
While summer temperatures soared across India, Wildlife SOS navigated diverse terrains to rescue animals caught in challenges specific to urban
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
Where The Wild Roams: 7 Best Places To Spot Sloth Bears In India
Sloth bears, with their shaggy coats and distinctive white chest markings, are a unique species native to the Indian subcontinent.
Spreading Awareness: Key Initiatives In February & March 2025
Conservation and awareness are perhaps the two sides of the same coin. People learn to protect wildlife when they understand
New Beginning For A Rescued Sloth Bear Cub Jimmy
On the crisp morning of January 26, 2025, when the entire nation was celebrating Republic Day, a tiny cry echoed
Happy Bear Day!
Bear! The mere four-letter word calls to mind visions of power, wilderness and intrigue. Perhaps it also brings the images
Healing Traditions, Hurting Wildlife?
For centuries, people around the world have used traditional medicines as a means of healing as part of their cultural
Bear Diary: Mandro’s Mighty Metamorphosis
“The question is not, Can they reason? nor, Can they talk? but, Can they suffer?” – Jeremy Bentham, English philosopher
Bear Diary: Arthur’s Tale Of Tumbling Yet Thriving
Meet Arthur, a sloth bear with a heartwarming story of resilience and recovery. Rescued from a cruel existence in 2019,
Bear Diary: The Many Merry Acts Of Kanmani!
Looking at how animated Kanmani is in her field, many have been astonished to learn that this very bear was
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
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
Bear Diary: A Day In The Life Of Radiant Roshan!
During a rescue operation conducted in 2008 by Wildlife SOS and the West Bengal Forest Department, as many as 30
From Captivity to Conservation: Our Efforts to Protect Sloth Bears
In the pursuit of profound and lasting change, small steps often lead to transformative outcomes. This is precisely the philosophy
Health Issues Found In Rescued Sloth Bears
At Wildlife SOS, our journey with rescued sloth bears has been one of continuous learning and adaptation. In the early
Bear Diary: Introducing Feisty Tulsi
Sloth bears, renowned for their solitary nature, show profound social behaviour when cubs are with their mothers. After a gestation
World Sloth Bear Day: Know India’s Native And Unique Ursines
“What is a sloth bear?” This question baffled several people who were interviewed across three of India’s major cities —
Wildlife SOS Plays Host To Bear TAG Team
The transition from October to November brought with it an enriching learning experience at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF).
Health Challenges Faced By Rescued Animals At Wildlife SOS
Today, numerous animals require rescuing from various situations. As an organisation that actively runs and manages over 10 rescue centres
Bear Diary: Rose And Her Two Musketeers!
Soor Sarovar in Uttar Pradesh, also known as Keetham Lake, hosts not only diverse avian life, but also a sanctuary
State-Of-The-Art Medical Gear For Sloth Bears Under Our Care
Ever since its foundation 28 years ago, Wildlife SOS has been dedicated to rescue and rehabilitate numerous sloth bears in
Rearing Nutritious Insects For Sloth Bears
While most bear species are usually omnivorous, the reclusive sloth bears stand out as enigmatic foragers with a specialised diet
Animal Creativity On Display At Wildlife SOS!
Animals are ingenious. If they weren’t, surviving in the wild would have been impossible for them. And we are here
Bear Diary: Vimal Goes To The Dentist!
The scars from our past don’t fade that easily. Wounds linger and sometimes fester in unexpected ways. This month, let
Wildlife SOS’ Revolutionary Study To Track Sloth Bears In Karnataka
Widely distributed across the Indian subcontinent, sloth bears are one of the eight bear species in the world. In India,
Easter Surprise For Our Sloth Bears!
Most of the sloth bears at our centres have been rescued from the cruel ‘dancing’ bear tradition or from unfortunate
How Do Bears Survive Hibernation?
“The only reason for being a bee is to make honey. And the only reason for making honey is so
Bear Diary – Life Of Deva At BBRC
With the smell of spring in the air, the resident Sloth bears at the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC) are
Aditi Prabhudeva Celebrates Women’s Day At BBRC
To acknowledge the contribution of women in the field of wildlife conservation, Indian actress Aditi Prabhudeva visited the Bannerghatta Bear
Daroji: The First Home To Indian Sloth Bears
Asia’s first Sloth bear sanctuary, the Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary, is located in the Ballari district of Karnataka and is
Treating Arthritis In Sloth Bears
Arthritis is a fairly common and well-known medical condition in humans — where one experiences inflammation in the joints. However,
Vets Treat Dental Injuries Of Sloth Bears At Wildlife SOS
Sloth bears that Wildlife SOS rescued from the ‘dancing’ bear tradition were victims of painful trauma. Many of them were
Bear Of The Month – Our ABRF Veteran, Mangee!
Mangee became one of the earliest members of the Wildlife SOS family when we rescued her in the winter of
In Memory of Gulabo: The Bear That Taught Us Life
On January 9, 2022, our oldest and beloved sloth bear, Gulabo, bid us farewell. As the entire Wildlife SOS team
The Beautiful Bond Between Animals And Their Offspring
Animals share a unique and wonderful relationship with their offspring. Be it elephants with their calves, or bears and leopards
Nathan: Our Veteran ‘Bear Of The Month’ From Van Vihar
At the time when Wildlife SOS was establishing the Van Vihar Bear Rescue Facility (VVBRF), authorities at the Van Vihar
Bear Of The Month Kamli
Sweet, energetic and charming – Kamli is a very enchanting bear, but she wasn’t always this way. She has had
Bear Cub Rescued From The Menacing Grasp Of Barbed Wires
A wild Sloth bear cub trapped in a barbed-wire fence is an extremely worrisome image. But as soon as the
A Day At The Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF)!
After a long drive through heat and dust, my colleagues from Wildlife SOS and I approached the gates of the
Entomophagous Animals: Those Who Feast On Insects!
The animal world sure is full of quirky surprises! One dish that is common on the menu for most species
Bear Of The Month — Bintha
Lush trees at the Wildlife SOS Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF) form an overhead canopy, with serenity prevailing throughout the
Actress Samyukta Hornad Joins Bear Trio’s 16th Rescueversary Celebration At BBRC!
The air was full of celebration and excitement (with a whiff of mango popsicles) at the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre
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,
Caregiver Of The Month : Murari Lal
The caregivers at all the Wildlife SOS Centers are extremely hard-working, dedicated and passionate in their work with the animals.
Telugu Actress Abhignya Vuthaluru Spends A Day At BBRC
It was a usual morning for the early-risers at the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre (BBRC), but the mood changed all
Bears: The Guardians Of The Forest
In the ancient epic of Ramayana, Jambavan, the divine king of bears, assists Rama in the battle against Ravana, the
Essential Enrichments For Sloth Bears
Wildlife SOS embarked upon an iconic journey to resolve the ‘dancing’ bear practice in India. During this project, it was
Bear Of The Month – Abhay
The bear of the month for January 2022 is our beloved Abhay! Wildlife SOS rescued Abhay in 2009, from the
Infosys Spends Saturday at BBRC!
When we come across the word ‘corporate’, what comes to mind instantly are air-conditioned rooms inside glass buildings in a
Infosys Spends Saturday at BBRC!
When we come across the word ‘corporate’, what comes to mind instantly are air-conditioned rooms inside glass buildings in a
Meet Kuber, The Bear Who Overcame Insurmountable Hurdles
A mother killed in the wild by poachers and leaving the cubs to fend for themselves is a brutal truth,
Unravelling The Secret Language of Sloth Bears- Scent Communication
Ever heard of bears doing the twist in the jungle? Well, bear species including our indigenous sloth bears have a
Halloween Celebrations At Wildlife SOS!
As the storm clouds make way for a season of dewy twilights and chilly, gusty winds, spirits are high across
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
Bear-ly Traditional: Lessons from Saddam and Gayathri
William Somerset famously said, “Tradition is a guide and not a jailer.” Yet millions worldwide continue to be imprisoned within
Bear Of The Month – Leena
The bear of the month for November is our shy and introverted Leena! Unlike some of our other bears who
Bear of the Month: Dolly
Bubbly in spirit and zestful at heart, age is no barrier for the exuberant Dolly. The former victim of the
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
A Friend In Need Is A Sibling Indeed!
Every year, the world has an unofficial celebration of the wonderful relationship between siblings on the 10th of April. We
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
Christmas arrives at Wildlife SOS Rescue Centres!
As Santa Claus found his way down the chimney awaiting some cookies and milk by the fireplace in houses all
Bear of the Month: Mumtaz
15 years have passed since Mumtaz first arrived at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF), and in this period, we
Importance of Enrichments for the Welfare of Animals in Captivity
Animal welfare is a state of harmony between the animal and their environment, which is characterized by healthy physical and
Winter Management for our Rescued Bears and Elephants
With the temperatures sinking across North India, Wildlife SOS brings to their rescued elephants and bears, unique measures to brave
Bear of the Month: Chameli
The enclosure number 1 at the Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF) is known as the oldies’ den, where the sleuth
A team of scientists visit Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre
On the 73rd Independence Day of India, ten international scientists from Namibia, Egypt, Sudan and Kenya visited the Bannerghatta Bear
Bear of the Month: Deva
Prior to his rescue in 2006, Deva’s every day was a vicious flat circle. He would accompany his Kalandar master
Wildlife SOS hosts First-of-a-kind International Conference on Bear Care
Wrapping up yet another fulfilling year, the Wildlife SOS family adds to its record, another glorious accomplishment. For the first
Wildlife SOS Launches Compendium Of 20 Years Of Veterinary Research Publications
This year Wildlife SOS achieved a much awaited milestone with the release of a compendium of 20 years of Veterinary
Bear Of The Month: Nakul!
Nakul and his brother Kuber were barely a few months old when they were rescued from Tumkur district, Karnataka in
Special Visitors from Etawah Lion Safari
The month of November ended on a teaching note for Wildlife SOS as a team of zoo keepers from Etawah
Celebrating The Rescue Anniversary Of Ex-Dancing Bears On Independence Day!
The month of August marks the rescue anniversary of Balu, Bharathi and Bagya, three sloth bears who had spent years
Bear Of The Month: Amal!
The bears in the Agra Bear Rescue Facility (ABRF) are lucky enough to have an oasis of leafy trees in
Bidding Adieu To Our Beloved Nishant Bear
Working with rescued sloth bears that have suffered years of abuse and neglect, over the years, we have witnessed the
Saying Goodbye To Our Beloved Akbar Bear!
The month of July started on a very sad note for the Wildlife SOS family, as we suffered an unexpected
Life Of Pi Celebrity Actor Supports Wildlife SOS’ Efforts To Conserve Wildlife
Critically acclaimed Indian actor Adil Hussain, who also starred in the film ‘Life of Pi’ spent the weekend at Wildlife
Sloth Bear With Cubs Trapped In Deep Well Rescued
Last month in the southern state of Karnataka, a female sloth bear stepped out of her forested home in search
Bear Of The Month: Amitabh!
On catching a glimpse of Amitabh taking a quiet, blissful nap in his forested enclosure at the Agra Bear Rescue
Bear Of The Month: Arifa!
Six year old Arifa was a victim of the ‘dancing bear’ trade, an illegal practice that was once prevalent across
Mowgli’s New Life At The Agra Bear Rescue Facility
Wires hang precariously between the trees at the edge of the Sanjay Dubri Tiger Reserve in the Siddi district of
Bear Of The Month: Michael Oreo
Michael Oreo was only three years old when he and three other sloth bears were rescued in an anti-poaching operation
Workshop On Man-Animal Conflict Mitigation For Chhatisgarh Forest Dept.
Spread across the forested terrains of Central India, Chhattisgarh contains a major part of the sloth bear population of the
Miss Universe Great Britain Pledges Support To Wildlife SOS!
Last week, we played host to Miss Universe Great Britain 2017, Anna Burdzy as she and her team spent two
In Loving Memory of Julee
February signals the end of the painfully cold winter, with the gentle warmth of spring gradually ebbing its way through
Bear Cubs Rescued From 20 ft Deep Well In Karnataka
It was night time in the Tumkur district of Karnataka, and a nine-year old female sloth bear found herself in
Unwell Kuber Bear Under Treatment
Kuber and his brother Nakul were mere 2 month old cubs when they were rescued from Tumkur district, Karnataka, in
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
Dental Surgeries On Sloth Bears At Agra Bear Rescue Facility
For over 400 years the Indian Sloth Bear (Melursus Ursinus) cubs have been poached from the wild and brutally trained
Studying Sloth Bears
Most people find the sloth bear to be a bizarrely fascinating and ultimately charismatic bear. As intriguing as they are,
