Rain returns greenery to Oosur wildlife division; farmers say wildlife visits to villages have reduced
Recent rains in the Oosur wildlife division have restored greenery and waterbodies, reducing instances of wildlife entering villages, farmers said.
Heavy recent rains in the Oosur wildlife division have revived greenery in the area. Waterbodies that had dwindled during the recent summer drought have filled up, and trees and vegetation have begun to sprout again.
Locals and farmers said that because food and water availability in the forest has improved, wild animals — especially elephants — have reduced their visits to nearby villages. The report notes that the Oosur wildlife division covers about 1,492 sq. km.
The forest is home to many species including bears, wild cats and more than 200 bird species. Residents urged rapid restoration and maintenance of forest water sources and facilities to sustain the improving situation.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai