Forest Department frontline staff collecting data for the synchronised Nilgiri Tahr survey across the Western Ghats.
| Photo Credit: Special arrangement
The Tamil Nadu Forest Department has commenced the third synchronised survey of the Nilgiri Tahr from April 24 to 27, covering the species’ entire range across the State. Conducted under the flagship Project Nilgiri Tahr, the annual exercise plays a crucial role in long-term conservation planning for Tamil Nadu’s State Animal.
The survey is being carried out in coordination with the Kerala Forest Department to ensure simultaneous counting across the Western Ghats’ shared landscape. This synchronised approach prevents duplication of counts and offers a more accurate estimate of the population across State boundaries.
Published – April 25, 2026 11:31 pm IST
