Orphaned Asiatic Black Bear Cubs Successfully Released into Dehing Patkai National Park
Orphaned bear cubs find new life in Dehing Patkai
The Times Of India
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On World Environment Day, two orphaned Asiatic black bear cubs were released into Dehing Patkai National Park after being rescued and rehabilitated at the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation in Kaziranga. The release marks a significant conservation success for the region.
- 01The cubs, rescued on February 26, 2022, were found alone in Dissoi Reserved Forest and later transferred to the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation.
- 02After treatment for dehydration, the cubs were raised under veterinary supervision, focusing on nutrition and natural behavior to prepare them for the wild.
- 03Dehing Patkai National Park was chosen for their release due to its suitable habitat, distance from human settlements, and community support.
- 04Formal permission for the release was granted on June 4, 2025, by Assam's Principal Chief Conservator of Forests.
- 05The cubs have successfully adapted to their new environment since their release in February and have not returned to their soft release enclosure.
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On World Environment Day, Kaziranga National Park celebrated the successful rehabilitation and release of two orphaned Asiatic black bear cubs into Dehing Patkai National Park. Rescued from Dissoi Reserved Forest in Jorhat on February 26, 2022, the cubs were initially cared for at the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation (CWRC) in Kaziranga. Under the supervision of veterinary doctor Bhaskar Choudhury, they received treatment for dehydration and were raised on a specialized diet to prepare them for survival in the wild. Following a thorough evaluation of potential release sites, Dehing Patkai was selected due to its rich vegetation and minimal human interference. The release, approved on June 4, 2025, was executed by a team from CWRC, giving the cubs a promising chance to thrive in their natural habitat. Since their release in February, the cubs have not returned to their soft release enclosure, indicating successful adaptation to their new environment.
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The successful release of the bear cubs into Dehing Patkai National Park contributes positively to local biodiversity and conservation efforts.
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