The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Initiative launched in Periyar Tiger Reserve for managing invasive African catfish
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The Hindu Bureau
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The Periyar Tiger Reserve has launched a conservation initiative to manage the invasive African catfish by harvesting the species and converting it into value-added products. This circular model aims to protect the local freshwater ecosystem while providing sustainable income for tribal communities.
A conservation initiative in Periyar Tiger Reserve (PTR) seeks to demonstrate how the management of invasive species can protect biodiversity while simultaneously improving livelihoods of local populations.
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