Wildlife & Environment 25 August 2026
Karnataka: Tiger Sighted in Kishkindha Hills of Koppal After Nearly Five Decades
Why in the News?
A tiger has been captured on a camera trap in the Temba forest area of the historic Kishkindha hills in Karnataka's Koppal district, marking the first confirmed presence of the big cat in the region after nearly five decades.
Key Features / Major Points:
Rediscovery After 5 Decades: The big cat was last reported in this forest area nearly 50 years ago. Its re-emergence is considered a significant development for wildlife conservation in the landscape.
Static GK Facts:
Kishkindha: A region historically and mythologically associated with the Ramayana, located around modern-day Koppal and Vijayanagara (Hampi) districts in Karnataka.
Project Tiger: Launched: April 1, 1973 | Aim: Conservation of the Royal Bengal Tiger in India.
National Animal of India: Tiger (Panthera tigris).
Karnataka National Parks: Bandipur, Nagarhole, Bannerghatta, Kudremukh, and Anshi (Kali) National Parks.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: In which state's Koppal district was a tiger camera-trapped in the Kishkindha hills after nearly five decades?
A: Karnataka
Q: Through which wildlife corridor is the tiger believed to have migrated into the Kishkindha hills?
A: Srisailam Landscape (Andhra Pradesh)
Q: In which year was 'Project Tiger' launched in India?
A: 1973
Source: The Hindu