India’s golden langur population increases to 7,396

India’s golden langur population increases to 7,396

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Category : Miscellaneous Published on: March 15 2024

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  • The golden langur population in India has risen to 7,396 from a previous estimate of 6,000, indicating a positive trend in their numbers.
  • The survey covered various habitats including the Manas Biosphere Reserve and fragmented forests of north-western Assam, providing comprehensive data on the langur population.
  • Two major sub-populations were identified - the northern extended population and the southern fragmented population, with specific estimates for each region.
  • The survey revealed major populations in specific reserves and wildlife sanctuaries, highlighting the importance of protected areas for langur conservation.
  • The survey utilized innovative methods like the occupancy framework of the block count method and demographic analysis to assess langur abundance and identify challenges such as habitat fragmentation and mortality factors.
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