Charting Coexistence: Patterns and Predictors of Human-Elephant Conflict in Tamil Nadu, India
Thekke Thumbath Shameer,
Priyambada Routray,
A. Udhayan
et al.
Abstract:The relentless exploitation of natural resources and encroachment leads to conservation challenges such as human-elephant conflicts (HEC). Managing HEC requires a multifaceted approach encompassing habitat management, community engagement, and mitigation strategies. To address this concern, we undertook an extensive study spanning forest divisions of Tamil Nadu to gain insights into the patterns and predictors of HEC. We collected data from secondary resources and field surveys for five years (2016-21). Our an… Show more
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