Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary

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News- The Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary holds the distinction of being India’s first and only wolf sanctuary dedicated to conserving the Indian grey wolf. Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary.

About Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary

  • Location– It is located in the Latehar district of Jharkhand.
  • It was declared a sanctuary in 1976.
  • Significance– It is India’s first and only wolf sanctuary, dedicated to the conservation of the Indian grey wolf (Canis lupus pallipes).
  • Association– The Sanctuary is an integral part of Palamau Tiger Reserve.
  • Wildlife– The sanctuary is home to many species of wild animals including spotted deer, wild boar, hyena, bear and wolf.
About Indian grey wolf (Canis lupus pallipes)

Indian grey wolf
Source- Outlook traveller
  • It is a subspecies of the grey wolf, found across Southwest Asia and the Indian subcontinent.
  • Distinct features:
    • It lives in smaller packs and is less vocal compared to other wolf subspecies.
    • It is primarily nocturnal, hunting from dusk to dawn.
  • Habitat– It is well-adapted to warmer climates and typically inhabits scrublands, grasslands, and semi-arid agroecosystems.
  • Conservation Status:
    • IUCN Red List: Classified as Endangered, with the Indian population estimated between 2,000 and 3,000 individuals.
    • CITES: Appendix I
    • Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972: Schedule I
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