Wildlife corridors connect isolated patches of forests or landscapes, so animals can get from one habitat to another without any obstacles
Here are some interesting facts you will find in this explainer on wildlife corridors.
- What is the purpose of a wildlife corridor?
- How do wildlife corridors help the environment?
- Why do animals need wildlife corridors?
- What happens if there are no wildlife corridors?
- What comes in the way of wildlife corridors?
- Is there a law protecting wildlife corridors?
- What threats do wildlife corridors face?
About the contributors
Radhika Raj
is a features writer with Roundglass Sustain. When she is not chasing stories, she is busy fantasizing about building a pottery studio in the hills
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
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