Wildlife Count Under the Moon: Jaipur's Waterhole Census Begins on Vaishakh Purnima

Beginning at 5 pm on May 1, a 24-hour wildlife census will be conducted in the forest areas of Jaipur using the 'waterhole method,' according to the Forest Department.

This technique involves observers documenting animal populations, especially large mammals, as they gather at water sources. The aim is to derive insights for conservation and management.

Officials have identified 59 water sources, including Nahargarh Biological Park, for the exercise. Forest staff and volunteers, equipped with machans and camera traps, will enumerate animals such as tigers and leopards.

(With inputs from agencies.)