Wildlife management and conservation implications for Blackbuck corresponding with Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajasthan, India

Blackbuck Antilope cervicapra are native to the Indian subcontinent. Pressures from anthropogenic activities, including hunting, agriculture, urbanization, and deforestation, have led to the encroachment, and destruction of natural Blackbuck habitats. As a result, this species, once abundant, and often found close to human settlements, declined drastically in the 20th century. It almost became extinct in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Pakistan, leading to the Blackbuck being added to the IUCN Red List of Species. Nevertheless, many Blackbuck populations are still at risk owing to habitat loss, poaching, and threats from invasive species. This study addressed the issues related to Blackbuck conservation and management by examining conservation challenges in Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary as a case study. We describe protective measures and approaches for stakeholders in habitat management, and the mitigation of other conservation issues.