Urban Leopards of Jhalana
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Urban Leopards of Jhalana
Book Details
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Author: Soham Chakraborty
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Brand: Niyogi Books
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Edition: First Edition
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Binding: Paperback
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Number of Pages: 176
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Release Date: 26-01-2025
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EAN: 9788119626021
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Languages: English
About the Book:
In "Urban Leopards of Jhalana", Soham Chakraborty brings the Indian leopard into the spotlight, an often overlooked species despite being classified as a vulnerable Schedule I species under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Through his extensive fieldwork in Jhalana, the first leopard conservation reserve in India, Chakraborty offers a rare and insightful look into the lives of these urban leopards.
Jhalana, located in southern Jaipur, boasts one of the highest densities of leopards in the country. With more than 40 leopards residing in the reserve, Chakraborty provides a deep dive into their behavior, the challenges of urban cohabitation, and their conservation. His accounts of personal encounters with these magnificent creatures highlight the unique dynamics between urban environments and wildlife. The book also contrasts these urban leopards with their counterparts in other regions of India, while debunking various myths associated with the species.
Key Themes:
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Leopard conservation in urban spaces
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Human-animal co-existence in growing urban areas
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Myths surrounding leopards
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Research and efforts toward wildlife preservation
Chakraborty's work is a call to action, demonstrating the importance of peaceful co-existence between humans and wildlife, especially as urbanization expands and encroaches on natural habitats.
About the Author:
Soham Chakraborty, an electronics engineer turned wildlife photographer, left his corporate job to pursue his passion for nature. He holds a Master's degree in Wildlife Science and has worked with organizations such as the Wildlife Trust of India, DIPAS (DRDO), and IIT Kanpur. His research focuses on the urban leopards of Jhalana, and he aims to bring leopard conservation efforts in India to the forefront through his work.
