Rehabilitating For Safety: New Leopard Stories From MLRC
As forests are uprooted, one tree at a time — more and more wild animals find themselves wandering closer and […]
Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Center
Spotlight On: Regal Rajesh
As sun rays peek through the wooded landscape of the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC), they land on a royal
Spotlight On: Bagheera, A Leopard Without Canines
Beneath the canopies of serene woodlands of Junnar, lies our Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC), cradling many untold stories. Amongst
Spotlight On Agile Avani
Get up close and personal with Avani, a rescued leopard at the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre. Learn about her journey from conflict to care.
Spotlight on Lovely Lila!
Through the dense greenery of the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) peeks the sun, revealing a sleek coat of rosettes
A Leopard’s Revival: Alpana’s Journey From Tragedy To Triumph
In the serene wilderness of Niphad, nestled in the heart of Maharashtra’s Nashik district, an unfortunate incident of yet another
Spotlight On Sprightly Shivshree!
In the quiet village of Khamundi, Maharashtra, locals stumbled upon a startling sight. A leopard cub, barely five months old,
Spotlight On Agile And Alert Aditi!
The staff at Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) have witnessed Aditi’s journey from being a silent cub to becoming a
A Peek Into The Life Of Shankar, A Friendly Feline!
This month, we shine our spotlight on one of the most amicable residents of the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre: Shankar!
Spotlight On Jaya: The Lively Leopard Of MLRC!
Nothing could be a more fitting name for our magnificent cat than “Jaya”, a Sanskrit word that means “victor”. This
A Day At The Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre!
Recognised as one of the world’s eight hotspots of biological diversity, the Western Ghats or the Western Mountain range in
Protective Gear, Tracking And A Successful Rescue!
Panic took over the villagers of Jalauke Khurd when news of a leopard sighted within their village rapidly spread. For
Awareness Workshop At Mercedes-Benz By Wildlife SOS
In a bizarre event that took place in March 2022, employees of the Mercedes-Benz factory in Chakan, Maharashtra found a
What Makes Leopard Cub Reunions A Success?
Wildlife SOS actively rescues and reunites leopard cubs with their mothers. But what makes these events a success?
MLRC Hosts Conservation and Training Workshops For Forest Officers
Forest Department officials from Shahpur and Vanprashikshan, located in Jalna district in the Aurangabad Division, visited the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue
Sundari Celebrates Her Fifth Rescueversary!
Alone, abandoned, and surrounded by impossibly tall stalks of sugarcane – the possibility of survival seemed bleak for a young
Leopard Cubs Rescued From A Well Receive Treatment
Amidst the many challenges of forest fragmentation, habitat encroachment, and poaching, leopard conservationists in India also face the trial of
Leopard Conflict Mitigation Workshop for Ahmednagar District Forest Officials
Situated in the middle of Western Maharashtra, the Ahmednagar district is on the rise. Seen as a leader in the
Life Lessons Humans Can Learn From Leopards
Known for their magnificent golden, speckled bodies and graceful hunting techniques, the Indian Leopard is a bewitching majesty in its
Wildlife SOS Team Conducts Awareness programs in Maharashtra
Mitigating man-animal conflict can be quite a challenging task, involving many aspects such as community participation, avoidance behaviour and quick
An update on the injured male leopard of Sangamner
On July 13, 2019, the Wildlife SOS team in the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Center received an urgent call from the
Wildlife SOS celebrates World Environment Day
With nine out of ten people being exposed to levels of air pollutants that exceed the safety standards set by
It’s Cub Season in Maharashtra, Two Baby Leopards Rescued in One Day
With three back to back leopard rescue operations, it’s been quite the action-packed week for Wildlife SOS. With the harvest
Turf War Leads to Leopards Falling into a 50-Foot Deep Well in Maharashtra
As tensions flared between two adult male leopards near Bhatkalwadi village in Ottur, Maharashtra, a territorial feud broke open resulting
Leopard Cub Left Paralyzed After Highway Accident, Learns To Walk Again
With accelerated economic growth resulting in rapid infrastructural development in India, the transport network has received a makeover, which incorporates
Leopard Cub Left Paralyzed After Highway Accident, Learns To Walk Again
With accelerated economic growth resulting in rapid infrastructural development in India, the transport network has received a makeover, which incorporates
Team Wildlife SOS apprises masses through Leopard awareness program
Maharashtra, the fourth-largest state to harbor Indian leopards, has in the recent years faced the threat of a shrinking habitat,
Team Wildlife SOS apprises masses through Leopard awareness program
Maharashtra, the fourth-largest state to harbor Indian leopards, has in the recent years faced the threat of a shrinking habitat,
Leopard Cub Rescued From A 40 Ft Deep Well
An approx. ten month old female leopard cub escaped a narrow brush with death after falling into a 40 foot
Wildlife SOS Celebrates Biodiversity Day!
In celebration of the International Day for Biological Diversity, Team Wildlife SOS hosted events throughout their centres in India. Although
Lost Leopards Cubs Reunited With Mother After Getting Separated In Sugarcane Field!
Every year, the onset of the harvest season brings about the unavoidable encounter with leopards and leopard cubs that have
Spreading Leopard Awareness Across Maharashtra
It has been a busy month for the Wildlife SOS team at the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Center in Junnar, Maharashtra.
Leopard Cubs Rescued From Killer Well & Reunited With Mother
Just weeks after a sambar deer was rescued from a 12 foot deep uncovered well near Junnar, our team at
Training Workshop On Leopard Rescues For The Maharashtra Forest Department At MLRC
A few weeks ago, our team based out of the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Center in Junnar conducted a training workshop
Sambar Deer Rescued From A 12 Foot Deep Water Tank In Junnar
Time and again, we have come across incidents that shed light on the dangers of open wells and uncovered water
Eight-Week-Old Leopard Cubs Reunited with Mother in Junnar
With the onset of harvest season in the state of Maharashtra, it is not uncommon for farmers to be exposed
Three Leopard Cubs Reunited With Mother in Nashik by Team Wildlife SOS
Earlier this week, local farmers in Brahmanwada village, Nashik stumbled upon three tiny leopard cubs huddled together amidst the dense
Wildlife Week Celebrations with School Children In Maharashtra
India celebrates its Wildlife Week from 2nd to 8th of October every year with a view to preserve India’s precious
The Heart-Warming Journey Of Neel, The Abandoned Leopard Cub
Brought in to our Manekdoh Leopard Rescue Centre in Junnar, Maharashtra in February this year, the endearing male leopard Neel
Training Workshop For Regional Forest Officer Trainees at MLRC
The Telangana State Forest Officer Academy at Dulapally, Hyderabad has decided to include visit and training at the Wildlife SOS
Leopard Cub Rescued from 60-foot Well and Released Back Into the Wild
For mother leopards in Junnar, parenting takes on a whole new realm of concern. Besides the overwhelming challenge of rearing
Maharashtra FD & Wildlife SOS Conduct Leopard Awareness Program & Plantation Drive
The Maharashtra Forest department in association with the Manekdoh Leopard Rescue Centre conducted a leopard awareness and plantation drive at
Wildlife SOS Provides Training To Nagpur Veterinary College Students
Wildlife SOS held a one day training workshop for a group of final year students from Nagpur Veterinary College at
Second abandoned Leopard cub found in two months!
Barely two months after an abandoned four month old female leopard cub was rescued in Maharashtra, another mother leopard was
Spotlight On Jaya, The Silent Spectator
At the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC), located in the lush Western Ghats, the air drifts between gentle summers, monsoon
Spotlight On: Adaptable Aarya
Nestled along the biodiverse stretch of the Western Ghats in Maharashtra, our Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) shines as the
Spotlight On: Mighty & Magnificent Manisha
Cradled in the lap of nature, lies the tranquil expanse of the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) and here, with
Remembering Shivani
In March 2024, our beloved leopard, Shivani, bid us farewell, leaving an indelible mark on all our hearts. As we
Why Are Leopard Cubs Being Found In Sugarcane Fields?
In the sugarcane fields of rural Maharashtra, it’s not uncommon for farmers to encounter unexpected visitors in the form of
Spotlight On Jubilant Jiya!
Wildlife SOS founded the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) in Junnar, Maharashtra, in response to the rising incidents of human-leopard
Bridging The Gap Between Humans And Leopards
Maharashtra’s landscape is diverse, encompassing lush green forests, vast plateaus, rolling hills, and protected ecosystems like the Western Ghats and
Spotlight On Our Gentle And Genial Ganesh
In a quiet corner of the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) resides Ganesh, a remarkable leopard with an extraordinary journey.
Converse To Conserve: Raising Awareness Through Training And Education At MLRC
There is no conservation without conversation. As human and animal habitations intersect due to diminishing spaces and resources, more and
Stripes, Spots And Rosettes: Understanding Feline Fur Patterns
A leopard never changes its spots – or does it? Scientists definitely believe that they do. When a leopard cub
Leopard Awareness Workshop Organised By Wildlife SOS At TCL, Arvi
Leopards are the most adaptable of all big cats. Their size and stealth allow leopards to manoeuvre diverse topography. However
Wildlife SOS Receives Silver Button from YouTube For 100K+ Subscribers
As one of the first Indian wildlife charities to reach over a hundred thousand subscribers on YouTube, Wildlife SOS has
Drowning Leopard Rescued At Otur, Maharashtra
At the crack of dawn, a farmer in Otur of Pune district, Maharashtra, wakes up to do his daily chores.
In Memoriam – Lali, The Leopard With The Striking Red Eyes
Rosettes that inspire awe in man; Roaming in the night and roaming in the day, Lurking in the shadows for
Hyena Injured In Road Accident Undergoes Treatment At Wildlife SOS Rescue Centre
Another day, and another wild animal becomes a victim of linear infrastructure. With roads cutting through natural landscapes, a Striped
Vigilant Villagers And A Speedy Reunion!
A leopardess walks soundlessly through the tall grass, taking care not to trample on dry twigs that would alert others
Why We Reunite Leopard Cubs With Their Mothers
Nothing melts and warms the heart like the relationship that a mother shares with her little ones. The animal kingdom
Why We Reunite Leopard Cubs With Their Mothers
Nothing melts and warms the heart like the relationship that a mother shares with her little ones. The animal kingdom
Leopard Mother And Her Two Cubs: A Tale Of Reunification
Not even three days into the New Year and the Wildlife SOS team is already on its toes. But doing
All is Well: Covering Open Wells of Maharashtra
In every nook and cranny of India, one encounters marks of India’s past seamlessly blending in with its future. One
Wildlife SOS Hosts Rescue Equipment Training For Maharashtra Forest Officials
Wildlife SOS, in collaboration with the Ahmednagar Forest Division, conducted a rescue equipment training workshop at the NGO’s Manikdoh Leopard
World Leopard Day 2022: The Story of a Cub named Simba
As we celebrate World Leopard Day on the 3rd of May, we would love to introduce all our supporters to
Baby Rusty-Spotted Cats Reunited with their mother in Maharashtra
Like in most of Maharashtra, spotting a leopard in Chincholi village located in the Ambegaon division of Pune, is 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
Compassionate Villagers Aid Wildlife SOS In Rescuing A Drowning Leopard
H.E Luccock famously said, “No one can whistle a symphony. It takes a whole orchestra to play it.” Surprisingly, the
Ganesh Celebrates His 10th Rescueversary With Wildlife SOS!
Big cats instill awe in us. One such awe-inspiring big cat at our Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre (MLRC) is Ganesh,
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
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 Cub Escapes a Deadly Fate as Wildlife SOS Rescues it from a 45-ft Deep Well
In the lush sugarcane fields of the state of Maharashtra, the mother leopard often finds assurance to birth and nurture
Rare Rusty-Spotted Cat found in sugarcane farms in Maharashtra
Earlier this week, farmers discovered a tiny 14-day-old wild cat in a sugar cane farm in Walki village, located in
Another Heartfelt Reunion Of a Lost Leopard Cub and its Mother in Maharashtra
With the dawn of the harvest season, the state of Maharashtra that houses a large population of leopards has seen
Another Heartfelt Reunion Of a Lost Leopard Cub and its Mother in Maharashtra
With the dawn of the harvest season, the state of Maharashtra that houses a large population of leopards has seen
Wildlife SOS rescues another drowning leopard in Maharashtra
Amidst the usual winter morning tranquility, the otherwise peaceful Pimpalgaon Rotha village in Maharashtra was startled by the panicked roars
Training Workshop for the Maharashtra Forest Department at MLRC
As part of our on-going community outreach and awareness programme, Wildlife SOS frequently collaborates with the Maharashtra Forest Department to
Training Workshop for the Maharashtra Forest Department at MLRC
As part of our on-going community outreach and awareness programme, Wildlife SOS frequently collaborates with the Maharashtra Forest Department to
Orphaned Leopard Cubs Rescued from a 100ft Deep Well
While open wells have been a source of relief for humans for thousands of years, this has not been the
Lost Leopard Cub Found In Sugarcane Field; Happily Reunited With Mother!
Over the years, the wild cats of Maharashtra have suitably adapted to habitat modification and have moved out of the
Lost Leopard Cub Reunited With Mother In Shirur, Maharashtra
In yet another successful rescue and conservation operation, Wildlife SOS in collaboration with the Maharashtra Forest Department managed to reunite
Awareness & Training Programs For Villagers & Zoology Students In Maharashtra
Wildlife SOS firmly believes that education and awareness is the key to the sensitization of people to wake them up
