Duration of Crocodile Census Reduced in Bhitarkanika National Park; Wildlife Researchers Unhappy

Duration of crocodile census reduced in Bhitarkanika National Park; wildlife researchers unhappy

Peak winter conditions, exposure of more than 50 per cent of mud banks, and the lunar cycle are ideal for counting crocodiles.

Crocodile census begins at Odisha's Bhitarkanika, questions linger over three-day timeline

Kendrapara: The much-anticipated saltwater crocodile census got underway in Odisha's Bhitarkanika National Park, as forest officials began a three-day operation today to assess the reptile population across its river systems. The protected reserve will remain closed to tourists for three days from January 8 to January 10 to facilitate the process and as part of safety measure. A total of 24 teams have been deployed for the counting exercise, wit…

Bhitarkanika National Park to be shut from Thursday for annual crocodile census - OrissaPOSTk

Kendrapara: Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha’s Kendrapara district would remain closed for three days from Thursday to facilitate the annual census of estuarine crocodiles, officials said. Twenty-two teams have been constituted to count the reptiles in the creeks, nullahs, rivers, wetland sites and mangrove forests within the park and its nearby areas, they said. Besides forest officials, wildlife researchers and local volunteers will should…

Bhitarkanika national park to be shut from Thursday for annual crocodile census

Kendrapara (Odisha), Jan 7 (PTI) Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha’s Kendrapara district would remain closed for three days from Thursday to facilitate the annual census of estuarine crocodiles, officials said.Twenty-two teams have been constituted to count the reptiles in the creeks, nullahs, rivers, wetland sites and mangrove forest within the park and its nearby areas, they said.Besides forest officials, wildlife researchers and locals vol…

Bhitarkanika National Park In Odisha Closed To Visitors For 3 Days From Tomorrow

Kendrapada: Bhitarkanika National Park, one of India’s most prominent wildlife sanctuaries, has shut its gates to tourists for three days as the annual saltwater crocodile census gets underway from Thursday. Visitors will not be allowed entry into the park from January 8 to 10 while forest officials conduct the intensive survey. Urging tourists not to plan visits during the census period, The Forest Department informed the park will reopen to vi…