In December 2021, we collaborated with Dr Shomita Mukherjee of SACON Institute to document the presence and distribution of mammal species within the different micro-habitats at Chadva Rakhal, using remote, motion-triggered cameras. The images reveal that the landscape is utilised by a greater diversity of mammals than previously thought. Added to this is the surprise that certain species - particularly the high diversity of cat species - are sharing the same habitat. The following species were documented with high frequency.
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Jungle Cat
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Indian Fox
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Desert Cat (Asiatic Wildcat)
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Small Indian Civet
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Indian Porcupine
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Ratel (Honey Badger)
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Leopard
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Rusty-spotted Cat
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Golden Jackal
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Striped Hyena