Projects in Nepal

Conservation of Musk Deer ‘Moschus Chrysogaster’ in Annapurna Conservation Area of Mustang District of Nepal

The aims of this project are to find out about population status, distribution, habitat utilization, past and present poaching activities/trade pattern, develop participatory conservation action plan and conduct conservation awareness programme in the ACA of Mustang districts of Nepal.

Status and Conservation of Himalayan Serow in Annapurna Conservation Area in Nepal

The main aims of the project are to explore the status of Himalayan serow and change the local people attitude towards the conservation of this species in natural habitat.

Ecology and Conservation of Brown Bear “Ursus Arctos” in Annapurna Conservation Area, Nepal

The main aims of the project are to study on ecology and conservation of Brown bear in Annapurna Conservation Area, Nepal.

Ecology and Conservation of Cuon Alpinus (Asiatic Wild Dog/Dhole) in Kangchenjunga Conservation Area

The aim of this project is to understand the ecology of dhole and to aware local community for its conservation in Kangchenjunga Conservation Area (KCA).

Community Managed Jatayu (Vulture) Safe Zone for Conservation of Critically Endangered Vulture Species, Nepal

This project aims to sustain two community managed vulture safe zones (safe feeding sites for vultures) and ensure that vultures receive safe food in the surrounding area.

Human-Tiger Conflict in Bardia National Park, Nepal

The project aims to explore human tiger conflict and suggests conflict reduction measures for better conservation of this endangered species in Bardia National Park of Nepal.

Impact of Human Relocation Program on Rural Livelihood (A Study from Royal Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve)

The objective of this study is to identify the change in lifestyle of relocated people with reference to Dhakka, Bhatpuri, and other major areas which have recently been relocated into New Dhakka and other areas outside the Royal Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve in order to understand the impact of such relocation programs.

The Transboundary Project for Swamp Deer Conservation in Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve, Nepal (A Project Among the Communities of Tatargunj Area of India and Beldandi Area of Nepal)

This project is based on following objectives: 1. Creating awareness among obliterating groups in both Nepalese and Indian communities about importance of swamp deer conservation for their living. 2. Promotion and strengthening of anti-poaching activities in the target area.

Distribution Modelling of Snow Leopard in Midwestern Trans Himalayas of Nepal

The overall aim of project is to predict potential density of snow leopard and its prey species and mapping their spatial distribution.

Improving Ergonomics of Blacksmiths for Conserving Environment and Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods

The main aim of the project is to focus on Blacksmiths’ population devolving to initiate integrated environmental activities which will ensure conservation of environment as well as provide opportunity for income generation to sustain their livelihoods.

An Assessment of Asiatic Black Bear (Ursus Thibetanus) – Human Conflicts at Dhorpartan Hunting Reserve, Nepal

The main aim of this project is to assess the Asiatic Black Bear –Human conflict and minimize the conflict with raising conservation awareness programs.

Asiatic Black Bear-Human Conflicts and Participation of Local People in Bear Conservation in Nepal

The main aim of this study is to assess the interface between human and Asiatic black bear in Rara and Khaptad National Park. The second main aim of this project is to make people aware and participate for bear conservation that can support to reduce retaliatory killing in that region.

Crocodile Conservation Awareness Project

The major aim of this project is to contribute on crocodile conservation efforts in Chitwan National Park, Nepal through awareness raising activities among local people and high school students.

Institutional Strengthening and Awareness Raising Project for Sustainable Crocodile Conservation in Nepal

This project focuses on contributing in crocodile conservation efforts in Nepal through institutional strengthening of Crocodile Conservation Clubs (CCCs) and extension of awareness raising activities are the major aims of this project.

Human - Snow Leopard Conflict Mitigation Project, Nepal

The aim of this project is to reduce retaliatory killing of snow leopard, disseminate the importance of its conservation and empower local people to cope with the existing human-snow leopard conflict.

Human-Snow Leopard Conflict Mitigation Project-II, Nepal

The aim of this project is to train law enforcement staff to enhance knowledge and skills for conflict mitigation, empower and backup local people and disseminate information on snow leopard for effective means of conserving it.

Assessment of Community-Based Biodiversity Conservation and Rural Livelihood Improvements in the Buffer Zone of Royal Bardia National Park, Nepal

This research is an effort to provide empirical evidences that community-based biodiversity conservation practices contribute to rural livelihood improvements and vice versa.

Conservation Education and Communication Project (CECP)

The aim of the project is to create the community awareness among the indigenous people, school students and teachers on conservation education and disseminate their activities in local, national and international levels.

Study on Impact of Locally Used Pesticide on Farmland Bird Species and Conservation Initiative

Project is planed to explore locally used pesticide and its possible impact on farmland bird species and make conservation action in Chitwan Valley, Nepal.

Participatory Exploration of Chemical Pesticide Impaction and Boosting Farmers for Farmland Bird Conservation

Encouraging local advanced farmers for non-chemical use and mobilizing them to create awareness amongst other farmers in order to provide safe habitat to farmland bird species.

Empowering People / Media for Rhino Conservation

Fostering bufferzone people's participation and empowering them as well as media sectors for rhino conservation is the crux of this project.

Creating Public Awareness on Environment and Wildlife Conservation through Radio Programmes

This radio programme aims to educate and aware the wider audience on the value of natural resources and motivate them for long term commitment towards conservation by enhancing their knowledge and livelihoods.

Domestication of High Value Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in Kaski District of Nepal

The project aims to find out domestication potentials of valuable medicinal and aromatic plants for resource conservation and livelihood improvement of local people.

Distribution and Conservation of Grey Crowned Prinia in Royal Chitwan National Park, Central Region, Nepal

A research project

Status of Smooth Indian Otter (Lutra Perspicillata) and Conservation of Freshwater Ecosystem Outside Protected Areas of Bardia National Park in Karnali River, Nepal

The major objectives of the project are (i) assessment of status, distribution and threats facing the smooth-coated Indian otter and (ii) aquatic biodiversity conservation awareness focussing on major species like Ganges river dolphins, crocodiles and gharials outside the protected areas in Karnali River.