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Lesser-Known Endangered Species Protection
October 6 , 2025
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- The Tamil Nadu government has sanctioned ₹1 crore for conserving four lesser-known endangered species: lion-tailed macaque, Madras hedgehog, striped hyena, and hump-headed mahseer.
- ₹48.5 lakh has been allocated to the lion-tailed macaque, an endangered primate native to the Western Ghats.
- The Madras hedgehog, found in semi-arid regions of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala, will receive ₹20.5 lakh for conservation.
- ₹14 lakh has been allotted for the near-threatened striped hyena, facing population declines in areas like Mudumalai Tiger Reserve.
- The critically endangered hump-headed mahseer will get ₹17 lakh to support its recovery in the Moyar River.
- Canopy bridges will be installed to improve forest connectivity for the lion-tailed macaque.
- In situ culture and restocking programs aim to revive mahseer populations.
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