Wildlife Trust of India

22/08/2026

Fieldwork involves much more than sighting and recording wildlife. It’s more about being a part of the wild spaces.

Here’s Mahesh, our colleague from the White-winged Duck Recovery Project surveying the remote forest swamps inside the Dehing Patkai National Park to understand the habitat of this rare and elusive duck.

The team aims to ensure that these important habitats remain protected and eventually help the population of the bird recover.

We are grateful to The Serenity trust, library and botanical garden and the Forest Departments of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh for supporting this endeavour.

21/08/2026

21/08/2026

Beyond the physical trafficking of live animals and illegal wildlife parts, wildlife crime is now thriving in our social media feeds.

Wild animals are being kept as pets, staged in so-called “rescues” and exploited as viral props—all for clicks, views and engagement.

What looks like harmless entertainment can conceal severe abuse, normalise possession of wild animals violating the provisions of India’s Wild Life (Protection) Act 1972 and fuel demand for the illegal wildlife trade.

Jose Louies, CEO, Wildlife Trust of India, sheds light on this growing digital threat to wildlife and why what we choose to watch, like and share matters.

Scroll responsibly. Recognise. Report. Stop the abuse.

Join the initiative and help make social media safer for wildlife.

We are grateful to our partners ifaw , Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime , and SAWEN

18/08/2026

Craft for Conservation 🧵💚

A seven-day handicrafts skill training workshop concluded on 16 August in Bamungaon, Bongaigaon . Organised by Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) with support from the Royal Enfield Social Mission and the Assam Forest Department, in collaboration with Zankla Studio , the workshop brought together 20 women from five villages—Amtola, Bhawariyapara, Solmari, Simlaguri and Parea Para.

Located close to habitats, these communities share an important ecological connection with the species. The workshop aimed to strengthen this connection by creating livelihood opportunities that also support conservation.

Participants learned embroidery and crochet, creating golden langur-inspired tote bags, keyrings and other souvenirs. They were also introduced to product design, packaging and marketing, with a focus on wildlife, local attractions and tourism.

By turning creativity into opportunity, the initiative hopes to foster local stewardship for the golden langur and its habitat.

10/08/2026

Think dragons only exist in Westeros? Think again.

While the series brings these mythical beasts back to our screens, India’s forests are home to fascinating animals with similar characteristics.

Swipe through to meet India’s real-life “dragons.”

10/08/2026

A Stakeholders’ Workshop on ‘Solar Fence Management and Sustainability’ was recently organised by WTI and Manas NPTR, with support from ifaw and Chester Zoo at Panbari, with around 50 participants.

The workshop focused on Human-Elephant Conflict (HEC) mitigation and management in Manas Tiger Reserve and sustainable solar fence management.

The programme was graced by Hon’ble MCLA, BTC, Shri Dhanajay Basumatary, along with dignitaries including Shri Yavaraj Singh Digra, IFS, Assistant Director, Manas TR; Shri Siddhartha Mukherjee, Film Actor and Social Activist; and Shri Dhiraj Mohan Bharali, Vice Principal, DIET, Howly. Representatives from local committees, EDCs, PRTs, and Solar Fence Management Committees also participated.

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