Centre for Wildlife Studies

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Ajith Kumar - an extraordinary wildlife biologist, mentor, and friend. His passion for wildlife and dedication to education shaped the lives of countless scientists and conservationists in India. His legacy will continue through the students and researchers he guided, the knowledge he shared, and the inspiration he provided. His presence will be profoundly missed, but his impact will remain. #ConservationLeaders #WildlifeConservation #Legacy #Mentor Dr. Krithi K. Karanth

The deadline to apply for the CWS 2025 PhD Program in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation has been extended to 31st March 2025! For more information on how to apply, visit- https://lnkd.in/gEZbUVrS #WildlifeEcology #ConservationScience #PhDProgram #WildlifeResearch

Today is the last day to stand with Wild Seve on India Giving Day! Wild Seve has helped thousands of families recover from human-wildlife conflict—now, they need your support to continue this vital work. Your support today can secure their future and foster coexistence. Don’t miss out—visit this link to make a difference: https://lnkd.in/gp57YxPY India Philanthropy Alliance #WildSeve #WildlifeConservation #IndiaGivingDay #HumanWildlifeConflict #SupportWildlife #WildlifeProtection #Coexistence #WildlifeRescue #NonProfit #ConservationEfforts

If you're passionate about teaching and making a difference in the lives of young children, we have the perfect opportunity for you. Join our award-winning environmental education program, Wild Shaale, as an Educator in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka and Kerala. To apply, visit- https://lnkd.in/g2hFrpTt #EnvironmentalEducation #WildShaale #EducatorLife #Sustainability

Project Cheetah: Introducing the African Cheetah in India raises critical questions about environmental justice and community impact. Researchers from the Centre for Wildlife Studies, Blood Lions Non-Profit Company, and the University of Johannesburg have critically analyzed the ecological and ethical implications of the project. Know more about balancing biodiversity and community welfare as the study explores the implications of this significant relocation effort: https://lnkd.in/gJ5YehAt #ConservationEthics #CheetahProject #HumanWildlifeConflict #EnvironmentalJustice #Kuno #India

Meet Deep Gogoi, Doctoral Fellow at CWS studying how informal social control mechanisms, such as traditional taboos and customary norms, regulate hunting practices among Indigenous communities in Arunachal Pradesh and their role in conservation. Admissions to the 2025 PhD Program in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the Centre for Wildlife Studies, Bengaluru are now open. For more information on how to apply, please refer to https://lnkd.in/gEZbUVrS #WildlifeEcology #ConservationStudies #IndigenousKnowledge #PhDProgram #CWSBengaluru #HuntingPractices #ArunachalPradesh #SocialControl #EnvironmentalResearch

InvokED 4.0, an education conference held in Bangalore on 7th and 8th March 2025, saw the participation of Kaustubh Srikanth, Archana Sriram, Sahil Pimpale and Dr. Krithi K. Karanth from CWS. They engaged with key education leaders and shared insights into Wild Shaale. InvokED is a global dialogue on education leadership, organized by ShikshaLokam that brings together diverse stakeholders to drive collective action toward education equity. #InvokED2025 #EducationConference #BangaloreEvents #EducationLeadership #WildShaale #ShikshaLokam #EducationEquity #EdTech #GlobalDialogue

Balancing conservation and livelihoods in Himachal Pradesh's forests. To read the original article, visit https://lnkd.in/dbzhzW_G #HimachalPradesh #Conservation #SustainableLivelihoods #ForestConservation #EcoFriendly

Growing up in the foothills of the Western Ghats in Gundlupet, I never imagined that my path would lead me to conservation. For years, I worked in the medical transcription field, unaware of the possibilities beyond it. My perspective shifted when I met my friend Nagachandan, who introduced me to the world of wildlife and conservation. He encouraged me to take drone shots for a project at CWS, and that one opportunity changed everything. What started as a single assignment turned into six months of freelancing and eventually a full-time role as a drone pilot. The more I worked with drones, the more I realized how technology could transform conservation efforts. The ability to capture landscapes from above and turn those visuals into meaningful insights keeps me motivated to keep learning whether it’s refining mapping techniques or keeping up with new advancements. At CWS, I appreciate the freedom to explore innovative ideas and work alongside people who are passionate about making a difference. Fun Fact: I love editing my drone shots with dark tones, and when I’m not flying drones, you will probably find me deep in a tech rabbit hole. #WildlifeConservation #DronePhotography #ConservationEfforts #WesternGhats #DronePilot

Last two days to support CWS this India Giving Day! For years, Wild Seve has stood by families affected by human-wildlife conflict, ensuring they receive the support they deserve. This India Giving Day, you can help keep this impact alive. Visit https://lnkd.in/gp57YxPY to learn more and support us! #IndiaGivingDay #WildlifeConservation #SupportWildlife #CWS