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Welcome to Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve A Haven for Tigers and Elephants Where Western & Eastern Ghats Meet Conservation in Action TX2 Award Winner for Tiger Conservation Excellence UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Official Conservation Strategy

Tiger Conservation Master Plan

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793.49
Core Area (km²)
614.91
Buffer Area (km²)
5
Buffer Ranges

Overview & Landscape

Conservation Plan

Draft Tiger Conservation Plan — Buffer Zone

Plan Period

2017–18 to 2021–22 (5 Years)

Notification

G.O.(Ms) No.45, dated 15-03-2013

Buffer Extent

61,491.21 hectares across 5 ranges

Unique Landscape

Confluence of Two Ancient Mountain Ranges

Western Ghats Meet Eastern Ghats

Strategic location at the confluence of two biodiversity hotspots

Rich Biodiversity Hub

Exceptional diversity of flora and fauna species

Critical Wildlife Corridor

Connects multiple protected areas and reserves

Varied Ecosystems

From dry deciduous forests to moist evergreen patches

Area & Zonation

Strategic division of reserve areas for effective management

Core Zone

793.49
Square Kilometers

Purpose: Critical wildlife habitat with minimal human interference

Activities: Protected area, no tourism, strict conservation

Buffer Zone

614.91
Square Kilometers

Area: 61,491.21 hectares (Notified: 15-03-2013)

Ranges: Bhavanisagar, Sathyamangalam, T.N. Palayam, Germalam, Talavadi

Buffer Zone Management Areas

Habitat Management Eco-development Eco-tourism & Interpretation Administrative Enclave Plans

Each zone has specific management objectives to balance conservation with community needs

Vision & Goals

Our Vision

Healthy tiger populations thriving in their natural habitat

Secure and abundant prey base supporting carnivore populations

Protected and restored habitats ensuring ecological balance

Strategic Goals

Reduce human–wildlife conflict through proactive measures

Strengthen protection infrastructure and anti-poaching efforts

Build strong community partnerships for conservation success

Tiger & Co-predators Status

Current population distribution and key threats to wildlife

Population Distribution

Tigers – 112 (2024–25)

As recorded in the 2024–25 camera trap census.

Leopards

Widely distributed throughout the buffer zone in various habitat types

Dholes

Widely distributed pack hunters playing crucial ecological role

Key Threats

Roads & Traffic Poaching Biotic Pressure Grazing NTFP Collection Forest Fires Invasive Plants Disease Unplanned Tourism

Key Management Strategies

Comprehensive approaches for habitat and wildlife management

Invasive Species Control

  • Remove ~100 ha/year of Lantana camara
  • Clear ~200 ha/year of Prosopis juliflora
  • Restore native vegetation in cleared areas

Water & Soil Conservation

  • Desilt and augment existing waterholes
  • Soil conservation measures
  • Moisture retention structures

Fire Management

  • Create and maintain fire lines
  • Cool/controlled burns (Dec–Feb)
  • Fire watchers deployed (Dec–Jun)

Artificial Regeneration

  • Native fodder species plantation
  • Grassland restoration programs
  • Sandal restoration in degraded areas

Protection & Intelligence

  • Anti-poaching camps & check-posts
  • CCTV surveillance system
  • WICCU (Wildlife Intelligence Unit)

Research & Monitoring

  • NTCA monitoring protocols (Phase I–IV)
  • Camera traps & DNA analysis
  • Prey density surveys

Human-Wildlife Conflict Management

Theme Plan

Rapid Response Teams

Trained trackers for immediate conflict situations

Village Awareness Camps

Community education and preparedness programs

Conflict Monitoring

Systematic tracking and analysis of incidents

Standard Operating Procedures

  • Documented protocols for different conflict scenarios
  • Coordination with forest, police, and revenue departments
  • Compensation and relief procedures for affected communities
  • Preventive measures and early warning systems

Eco-development & Tourism

Eco-development & Livelihoods

Strengthen EDCs/VFCs

Empower Eco-Development Committees and Village Forest Committees including tribal VFCs

Micro-plans for Income

Apiary, vermicomposting, skill development programs

District Scheme Integration

Coordinate with government welfare programs

Social Fence Building

Create community support through stakeholder participation

Eco-tourism & Interpretation

Development Zones

  • • Karachikorai (Phased development)
  • • Akkurjorai (Trails & jeep routes)
  • • Gundri–Gunderipallam

Interpretation Centres

  • • Bannari Centre
  • • Akkurjorai Centre

Carrying Capacity

RCC: ~99 visits/day

Managed via PCC → RCC → ECC framework

Governance & Operations

Tiger Conservation Foundation

Established: 15-07-2015

Coordinates eco-development activities
Links various committees and stakeholders
State Steering Committee oversight
District coordination mechanism

Operations Schedule Highlights

Anti-poaching

Year-round protection

Road Maintenance

October – March

Waterholes

Pre-monsoon works

Tiger Monitoring

May–Jun & Dec–Jan

Fire Management

December – February

Regular Monitoring

Continuous evaluation

Budget Overview

Financial allocation for conservation activities

Non-Recurring Expenses

  • Anti-Poaching Camps construction
  • Check-posts establishment
  • CCTV surveillance systems
  • New range office infrastructure
  • Field director office & residence

Recurring Expenses

  • Fire lines maintenance (200 km/year)
  • Fire watchers deployment
  • Patrol route operations
  • Mobility support (bikes, vehicles)
  • Regular maintenance & operations