Critically Endangered Hangul Deer Population Soars in Jammu and Kashmir
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Moneycontrol•12-01-2026, 12:59
Critically Endangered Hangul Deer Population Soars in Jammu and Kashmir
- •The critically endangered Hangul deer population has unexpectedly risen to 323, the highest number recorded in decades.
- •Once teetering on the brink of extinction with fewer than 100 individuals in the 1970s, the species shows remarkable recovery.
- •Dachigam National Park in Jammu and Kashmir remains the primary habitat for the Hangul deer.
- •Conservation efforts, including anti-poaching teams, breeding centers like Tral, and community involvement, have been crucial.
- •The Hangul's comeback offers a beacon of hope for global wildlife conservation, demonstrating that dedicated efforts can reverse species decline.
Why It Matters: Hangul deer in Jammu and Kashmir show remarkable recovery, proving conservation efforts can reverse extinction threats.
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