What does the COVID-19 lockout imply for the Tigers?
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it makes them more free to roam around all over their habitat
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their population increases which balances the food cycle
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Due to the Coronavirus or COVID-19, there has been a lockdown, it has affected many of us deeply, even tigers! The lockdown was introduced by our prime minister Narendra Modi on 24th March 2020. When it was introduced the lockdown was called "Janata Curfew".
What will be the impact of this lockdown on the tigers and tiger reserves across the country? Due to this lockout, the poachers have had a good chance to poach wildlife, especially tigers. Poaching has been now doubled during the lockdown.
Who will feed the animals during the lockdown? Food has also been a problem at this troublesome time. As the lockdown duration increases, more people are afraid to go outside, including caretakers in zoos, sanctuaries, and rescue shelters. This makes it hard for the tigers to take care of themselves.
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) and the Central Zoo Authority has responded with guidelines on how to protect the wild animals from Covid-19 in the Indian subcontinent.
Researchers have found out that the COVID-19 affects tigers as well! The first case of Coronavirus in tigers was found in the Bronx Zoo, New York. The tiger who was diagnosed with this deadly virus was Nadia, her symptoms including dry cough last month after being exposed to the symptomatic zoo-keeper at Bronx Zoo.
But there is some good news too! Our beloved national animal is making a remarkable comeback! In 2010, there were as few as 3,200 wild tigers.
In India alone, the number of wild tigers is now estimated at between 2,600 and 3,350 tigers. This makes up around three-quarters of the world's population. Currently, there are about 4000 tigers in the world.
Royal Bengal tigers feel free during the lockdown. The tigers at Sunderban are roaming free in West Bengal and neighbouring Bangladesh. The sighting of tigers has gone up during the lockdown. We are now sighting tigers Up to six times a week, he added. The number of tigers at the UNESCO World Heritage site has also gone up to 96 in India, from 88 tigers in 2018. Officials counted 43 female tigers and 11 cubs during the lockdown. These officials were using over 700 pairs of night-vision cameras.
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