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Sterilisation Drive for Stray Dogs Around Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, Chandrapur
Sterilisation of stray dogs is undertaken recently in areas around Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR). The reserve is located in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, making it relevant as a current environment-related event.
Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR):
| Dimension | Key Details |
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| Location | Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. |
| Area | ~ 1,727 km² (core plus buffer zones). |
| Status | Comprises one of Maharashtra’s oldest and largest tiger reserves; known for high density of wild tigers. |
| Establishment and composition | Tadoba National Park was established in 1955; Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary was created in 1986; they were merged to form the unified Tiger Reserve in 1995. |
| Etymology | Tadoba is derived from the tribal deity “Taru” or “Tadoba,” described as a village chief in local Gond legend; a shrine dedicated to him exists on the banks of Tadoba Lake; Andhari is named after the Andhari River. |
| Flora | Dry deciduous forests dominated by teak, bamboo, and bamboo associates. |
| Fauna | Big cats comprise Bengal tiger and leopard; herbivores comprise Indian bison (gaur), chital, sambar, and wild boar; birds comprise Malabar pied hornbill and Crested Serpent Eagle; reptiles comprise Indian cobra and monitor lizard. |
| Rivers and water bodies | Tadoba and Andhari rivers; several small streams aid wildlife survival. |
| Wildlife corridors | Maintains corridor linkages with other major habitats in Maharashtra, specifically the Nagzira-Navegaon and Pench Tiger Reserves. |