Yogesh Dubey , V. B. Mathur

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The use of unique habitats, which constituted of caves and culverts by wildlife species was analyzed over the course of an annual cycle. Use of 18 caves by dependent wildlife species was studied. The movement and use by wildlife species through 42 culverts under forest roads in Tadoba - Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) was investigated. Use of caves was detected for Tiger (panthera tigris), Sloth bear (Melursus ursinus), reptiles and bats. In case of culverts passage and use was detected for tiger, sloth bear, lesser carnivores, reptiles, birds and reptiles. The intensity of use of these features varied considerably among groups.

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Yogesh Dubey , V. B. Mathur

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This study was carried out in Tadoba - Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) between 1994 and 1999 with specific objective of developing a comprehensive spatial database in Geographic Information System (GIS) domain to assist the management in informed decision making and monitoring of various resources. A 48-layered thematic database covering the administrative, physical, ecological, socio-ecological and management attributes has been developed. The study has also provided extensive datasets on ungulate population structure, distribution, abundance and habitat utilisation patterns, which provide a scientific basis for management of these species and their habitats. The study has also demonstrated the utility of Remote Sensing and GIS technologies used in conjunction for mapping of Protected Area (PA) resources. It is suggested that similar studies should be carried out in other major PAs of the country in order to effectively plan the management and monitoring of resources.

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