SHUKLAPHANTA, THE OTHER WILD NEPAL

Man, nature's foe and friend

An episode from the series NATURE IN PEACE

Synopsis

The Shuklaphanta Reserve is the first national park established in Nepal in 1973. This area is exceptional in many ways, including its diverse landscapes and hundreds of animal species, with 22 species listed as critically endangered. It may resemble a blend of Europe and Africa, yet we are indeed in the heart of Asia.

The reserve is a small paradise. Despite human pressure, it has managed to offer wildlife a haven. However, the fragile cohabitation is a daily struggle for associations and park rangers, who must raise awareness and educate the public about the benefits of coexisting with Nature.

If the nearby inhabitants’ quality of life improves, the need to plunder the forest will diminish, and the kingdom of Shuklaphanta can look forward to a bright future.