Chambal
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Gharial: Champion for the Chambal
Once widespread over North India’s large rivers, the gharial is now a critically endangered animal. This fish-eating crocodilian is the flagship species of the National Chambal Sanctuary
Species
Here, There, Everywhere: The Muggers of Chambal
Although established to protect the critically endangered gharial, another reptile, the marsh crocodile, is now overrunning the Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary
Species
Two Endangered Freshwater Turtles Receive International Conservation Support
India’s proposal for higher protection for the red-crowned roofed and Leith softshell turtles was accepted at the CITES conference.
Conservation
Gaping Gharials: River Reptile with the Super Snout
Though critically endangered, there is hope for this gentle, slender-jawed, fish-loving cousin of the crocodile
Photo Story
The Guide: Ken Gharial Sanctuary
Come for the gharials, but stay for the vultures, the spectacular waterfalls, colourful rocks, and dramatic canyon
Travel
Nest Protectors Hope to Secure the Indian Skimmer’s Future
In an upcoming initiative, researchers, forest departments and locals have come together to implement a community conservation programme to protect the vulnerable Indian skimmer
Conservation