Madhya Pradesh Releases GPS-tracked Vultures into Natural Habitat
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Vultures released into Halali Dam forest area for the first time. |
| Location | Vulture Conservation and Breeding Centre (VCBC), Kerwa, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. |
| Year of Establishment | 2014 in collaboration with Van Vihar and Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS). |
| Tracking Technology | Solar-powered GPS-GSM trackers (Ornitrack-25) fitted to monitor movement and habitat use. |
| Vulture Species in India | India is home to 9 species, including Bearded, Long-billed, and Oriental White-backed. |
| Conservation Status | 3 species protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. Others under Schedule IV. |
| Threats | Use of Diclofenac, habitat loss, food shortages, and power line currents. |
| Role of Vultures | Act as nature's garbage collectors and help control wildlife diseases. |
| Bombay Natural History Society | Established in 1883, promotes biodiversity conservation through research and education. |