Two adult male tigers, STR-07 and STR-08, have been recorded in the Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary, taking the total count in the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve (STR) landscape to nine. Their presence was confirmed through camera traps, pugmarks, and other scientific methods. Preliminary findings indicate that both tigers occupy separate territories. The forest department is analysing their movement routes, habitat use, and water-source dependence to map their range.
Officials said the addition reflects the success of sustained conservation efforts under the tiger reserve project. Rohan Bhatte, Honorary Wildlife Warden, said, “The rising tiger numbers in the range reflect the success of conservation efforts”, adding that Rayba and Sardar (T7 and T8) remain crucial links in Sahyadri-Konkan corridor.
Tigers in STR and adjoining Radhanagari landscape
T1 Senapati
T2 Subhedar
T3 Baji
T4 Chanda
T5 Tara
T6 Hirakani
T7 Rayba
T8 Sardar
T9 Shiledar
