Overview
- Tara (STR-05), translocated from Tadoba on December 9, exited the Chandoli soft-release enclosure and entered the core forest on the morning of December 18.
- Forest officials say Tara displayed strong wild instincts during acclimatisation, including making a kill inside the enclosure and feeding for several days.
- Two introduced tigresses—Tara and Chanda (STR-04, released November 20)—now occupy the Sahyadri core, enhancing prospects for breeding.
- Both tigresses are fitted with radio collars for continuous satellite and VHF monitoring to support safe integration.
- Post-release oversight includes patrol-based triangulation, behavioural documentation, conflict-avoidance work with communities, and veterinary response readiness, with officials citing goals for biodiversity gains and sustainable tourism.