King Cobra is listed as a vulnerable species and very rare in much of its range. The species has experienced population declines of >80% in the last decade in parts of its range.

King Cobra is facing threats due to habitat degradation, decline in prey base, high human persecution and illegal collection throughout its distribution range.

Red Panda is a small arboreal mammal, endemic to the Himalayas, ranging from Nepal in the west to China in the east.

The grasslands in and around Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve (SWR) are under immense pressure from livestock grazing.

With less than 3500 tigers left in the wild (2010 status), it is vital to preserve and restore remaining habitat to ensure survival of this endangered species.

Human-elephant conflict (HEC) has been widely recognized as one of the major conservation challenge in Nepal.