Authors:
Ranjitsinh, M.K. and Y.V. Jhala (
Publication Date:
2010
Abstract/Summary:
In this report we assess 10 sites from seven landscapes located in the states of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, for their potential to harbour viable reintroduced cheetah populations. We conduct field surveys to collect data on prey abundances, local community dependencies on forest resources and their attitudes towards wildlife, and use remotely sensed data to assess habitat size. We compute current and potential carrying capacity of the sites to support cheetah as well as assess the long-term viability of the introduced population, using Population Habitat Viability Analysis.
Resource Type:
Technical Document
Source:
Wildlife Institute of India
Link:
http://www.moef.nic.in/downloads/public-information/cheeta_report_2010.pdf