Impact of anti-poaching approaches for the success of Rhino conservation in Chitwan National Park, Nepal

A study on Chitwan National Park, Nepal, reveals that frequent patrolling is more effective than the distance covered in reducing illegal activities such as poaching. Analyzing 6,593 patrols over fifteen months using logistic regression models, researchers found that areas with higher patrol frequency had a significantly lower probability of illegal occurrences (βPatrol.frequency= -8.6428) compared to patrol effort (βPatrol.effort= -4.1804). Poaching was notably high during periods of insurgency but decreased with increased security posts, community-based anti-poaching units, conservation education, and operations like sweeping/camping. The study underscores the importance of enhancing law enforcement capabilities and adopting advanced techno-based strategies in coordination with stakeholders to sustain long-term rhino conservation success.

Mahatara, D., Rayamajhi, S., & Khanal, G. (2018). Impact of anti-poaching approaches for the success of Rhino conservation in Chitwan National Park, Nepal. Banko Janakari, 28(2), 23–31. https://doi.org/10.3126/banko.v28i2.24185