Two important wildlife health monitoring and treatment operations were recently carried out successfully in Kanha Tiger Reserve, where veterinary experts examined and treated two male tigers, T-159 and T-125, following scientific wildlife care protocols.
The first operation took place in the Sonf Beat area of the Sarhi range after forest staff noticed signs of injury, limping, and lethargy in 7–8-year-old tiger T-159. Kanha National Park Management Sends Expert Vets for Wildlife Health Assessment. During examination, doctors found an old injury along with superficial wounds on one of the tiger’s claws, which were already healing naturally. The tiger was given necessary medicines and supportive treatment. After confirming that its health condition was stable and satisfactory, officials safely released the tiger back into the forest.
The second case involved around 8-year-old tiger T-125 in the CN-165 Minkur Anicut area of Gaydhar Beat under the Mukki range. Forest staff had reported symptoms of lethargy and limping in the tiger. The expert team safely tranquilised the animal and collected biological samples for medical testing. Preliminary investigations, including tests for Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) and other viral infections, showed negative results. Officials stated that the tiger’s overall physical condition was satisfactory during the medical examination. After treatment and observation, the tiger was also safely released into its natural habitat.
In both operations, rapid antibody tests were conducted to detect CDV and other infections, and the initial reports came back negative. Biological samples collected from both tigers have been sent to the SWFH laboratory in Jabalpur for detailed analysis.
The entire operation was carried out under the guidance of the expert committee formed by the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife), Madhya Pradesh. The team included specialists from SWFH Jabalpur, WCT Bhopal, Van Vihar Bhopal, wildlife health experts, forest officials, and rescue staff from Kanha Tiger Reserve.
Officials said that regular wildlife health monitoring, scientific testing, and timely treatment are essential parts of conservation management. Continuous monitoring and medical care initiatives play a major role in ensuring the long-term protection and conservation of tigers and other wildlife species.
