Back from brink: India's vultures stage comeback as captive-breeding, release efforts gather pace

Vultures are making a comeback in India after a two-decade decline, with over 700 birds bred in captivity and released into protected tiger reserves. This initiative, led by BNHS and state governments, aims to reverse the impact of toxic veterinary drugs. Encouraging survival and dispersal patterns are being observed, but long-term success hinges on safe food sources beyond protected areas.

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