The Himalayan Gharial Project combines research and community-based action to recover Nepal’s Critically Endangered gharial. By identifying key habitats like the Rapti River and strengthening national conservation capacity, it aims to restore viable wild populations and ensure long-term river ecosy…

Chinese pangolins (Manis pentadactyla) are critically endangered, having declined by over 90% in the past two decades due to poaching, illegal trade, and habitat loss; they are the most trafficked mammals globally, with trafficking hotspots in eastern and central Nepal despite no known domestic mar…

The Black-bellied Tern is experiencing a severe population decline, yet conservation research on this species in Nepal remains scarce, creating a critical gap in data-driven conservation efforts. This study aims to address these gaps by establishing crucial baseline data through mapping tern popula…

This project aims to update the information regarding the dolphin numbers and prevailing threats and assess the water quality and prey assessment at the Koshi River as well as enrolled 10 members from the river-dependent communities and mobilize them as River Guard in regular monitoring and dolphin…

The project adopts a comprehensive approach that strengthens law enforcement and inter-agency coordination while empowering local communities and promoting alternative livelihoods. It integrates IWT prevention with effective HWC mitigation strategies and sustainable livelihood opportunities, ensuri…

The project aims to restore and manage critical habitats for rhino conservation, thereby benefitting overall ungulate populations while promoting a community conservancy model to improve and diversify local livelihood through nature-based solutions.