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Borah, J.; Sharma, T.; Das, D.; Rabha, N.; Kakati, N.; Basumatri, A.; Ahmed, F.; Vattakaven, J.; Bhobora, C.; Swargowari, A.
Diversity of carnivores in Manas National Park - a World Heritage Site, Assam, India
2012 Cat News (56): 16-19
Manas National Park in Assam, India, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and part of an Indian Tiger Reserve, Elephant Reserve and Biosphere Reserve. During late 1980's & 1990's it faced tremendous anthropogenic pressure due to ethnic agitation in the area resulting in large scale destruction of the forest and its wildlife. However, after the resolution of this agitation, Manas is on its way back to normalcy. Camera trapping surveys that were conducted to determine tiger and prey status also helped in obtaining the first detailed baseline data of carnivores in the park in the postconflict period. Here we present information obtained on major carnivore's presence in Manas. We recommend more research based studies to understand the existing carnivore diversity and to understand whether any management interventions aimed at tigers affects other carnivore species.
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