Rangers play an indispensable role in global tiger conservation efforts, working tirelessly on the front lines to protect these highly endangered big cats.
The primary roles of rangers involve patrolling tiger habitats, preventing illegal activities like poaching and habitat destruction. Tigers are frequently targeted by poachers for their body parts, which are highly valuable in the illegal wildlife trade. By intercepting poachers, dismantling snare traps, and surveying key habitats, rangers actively protect tiger populations from these persistent threats. Their vigilance also extends to prevent poaching of co-occurring species (such as clouded leopard and sambar), supporting healthy ecosystems.
In areas where human-tiger interactions are common, rangers work with local communities to mitigate conflict by promoting safe practices and educating people on how to coexist with tigers. Their efforts help ensure that both tigers and local people can coexist in shared landscapes.