India is blessed with a rich natural heritage, out of which, wildlife plays a crucial role!
With ...12 centres spread across the country, Wildlife SOS serves as a safe haven to many animals who have been rescued from a life of brutality and abuse. On this ‘World Heritage Day’,…
#Didyouknow crocodiles are members of a broader, older group of reptiles known as the Pseudosuchia ...with thick body armour and long strong tails!
Recently, a massive six-foot-long mugger crocodile was successfully rescued from Vadodara. Wildlife SOS in collaboration with the…
International Bat Appreciation Day!
Bats are a critical part of the ecosystem; they help control ...pests, create fertiliser, and pollinate flowers. Wildlife SOS’ Rapid Response Unit has rescued bats on numerous occasions from various critical situations. During extreme summers,…
Acknowledging the crucial role elephants play as ecological engineers, it's impossible to ignore ...the plight of those still held in captivity, forced to toil for hours without proper care or medical attention. So, how can you make a difference and aid these voiceless animals?
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We, at Wildlife SOS, were incredibly privileged to interact with Adah Sharma - the critically ...acclaimed Bollywood actress, who recently visited our centres on the occasion of ‘Save The Elephant Day’!💚
Over 3 days, Adah got to meet our resident elephants and learn about their…
From the shadows of a traumatic past to growing into a resilient bear, Hamsi's journey from ...adversity to agility is nothing short of awe-inspiring.
A victim of man-animal conflict in 2015, Hamsi was found with a gunshot wound on her shoulder and was brought to the Bannerghatta…
For ‘Save the Elephants Day’, the Wildlife SOS Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre team worked with... the Bannerghatta National Park, Champakadhama Temple, the panchayat, and local police to clean the areas near the park, including known elephant corridors and animal crossings.
Rescued from human-wildlife conflict, Ganesh has since only seen the world through one good eye ...only. However, that changed when Vitthal, who never leaves his side, entered his life forming an inseparable friendship visible to everyone at the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre…
Hiring Alert!
Wildlife SOS is looking for a Resource Mobilisation and Outreach Executive Officer ...in Bengaluru!
If you're passionate about wildlife conservation and ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Send us your resume at careers@wildlifesos.org!…
Did you know an owl’s eyes are tubular and not spherical in shape? They possess remarkable ...adaptations for nocturnal hunting, from silent flight feathers to asymmetrical ears for pinpointing prey sounds. But it's their captivating eyes that truly steal the show! Wouldn’t you…
'This April, there are several reasons to celebrate, as the centre, a joint initiative of the ...Maharashtra Forest Department and Wildlife SOS, will not only observe Ganesh’s 13th rescue anniversary, but it will also celebrate Titli and Montu’s – two leopard cubs who were…
We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming response! But there’s still much more for us to ...do and we need your continued support!
Don’t miss our first of its kind webinar on ‘Save The Elephants Day’ on Tuesday, 16th April, with esteemed veterinary experts as they discuss…
Most of our resident animals may not be related by blood, but they've formed deep bonds over time ...just like Peanut & Coconut, Kuber & Bobby, and many more! Meanwhile, rescued siblings like George & Natalie, Mithali & Mahi, and Aditi & Shivshree also thrive under the love and care…
Most of our resident animals may not be related by blood, but they've formed deep bonds over time ...just like Peanut & Coconut, Kuber & Bobby, and many more! Meanwhile, rescued siblings like George & Natalie, Mithali & Mahi, and Aditi & Shivshree also thrive under the love and care…
'In India, death from train collisions is the second-highest cause of unnatural elephant deaths, ...after accidental electrocution. Official data shows that more than 200 elephants were killed in train collisions in the past 10 years'
This indeed is a must-read article by @guardian…
'In India, death from train collisions is the second-highest cause of unnatural elephant deaths, ...after accidental electrocution. Official data shows that more than 200 elephants were killed in train collisions in the past 10 years'
This indeed is a must-read article by @guardian…
Remembering Rose: The Spring Child of Wildlife SOS.
Saying goodbye is never easy. With heavy ...hearts, we bid adieu to our beloved Rose.
Rescued as an orphaned cub in 2016, Rose’s chances of surviving in the wild with a missing limb were bleak. However, under the dedicated care…
Remembering Rose: The Spring Child of Wildlife SOS.
Saying goodbye is never easy. With heavy ...hearts, we bid adieu to our beloved Rose.
Rescued as an orphaned cub in 2016, Rose’s chances of surviving in the wild with a missing limb were bleak. However, under the dedicated care…
From a vulnerable orphan to a fierce survivor! Simba's life started with hardships when this ...2-month-old leopard cub was found stranded in a sugarcane field. After multiple failed attempts to reunite this little one with his mother, he was hand reared by our experienced staff at…
From a vulnerable orphan to a fierce survivor! Simba's life started with hardships when this ...2-month-old leopard cub was found stranded in a sugarcane field. After multiple failed attempts to reunite this little one with his mother, he was hand reared by our experienced staff at…
Don’t forget to join us on ‘Save The Elephants Day’ - Tuesday, 16th April. In this webinar, ...come engage with our team and learn insights about her incredible journey.
Register here to have your questions about Bani answered:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Rg2O0ejiS5CiI7xgcU3gWg
Don’t forget to join us on ‘Save The Elephants Day’ - Tuesday, 16th April. In this webinar, ...come engage with our team and learn insights about her incredible journey.
Register here to have your questions about Bani answered:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Rg2O0ejiS5CiI7xgcU3gWg
Meet our magnificent bull, Sanjay! Today, we celebrate his remarkable journey as he marks his 7th ...rescue anniversary at Wildlife SOS. 🐘
Life took a 180-degree turn when Sanjay was rescued as a victim of the illegal tusk trade. Now, he stands tall, embracing his freedom and…
In picture: A heartening sight, when Wildlife SOS co-founder Kartick first met Bani. Her favourite ...milk bottle in one hand and the other caressing her trunk, Kartick bent down, whispering words of encouragement to her. Slurping milk, Bani too seemed to share a special moment…
'By rescuing and rehabilitating more than 620 sloth bears from the streets of India, Wildlife SOS ...has not only put an end to the 400-year-old tradition of 'dancing' bears but also embarked on a groundbreaking Radio Collaring Project to ensure its conservation in the wild' - An…
Our expert team of caregivers and veterinarians ensures the upkeep of our beloved duo, Taj and ...Tara, through several thoughtful measures:
1. The caregiver always carries two bags full of roasted grams and peanuts to keep Taj and Tara motivated during their walks.
2. The…
#WorldAquaticAnimalDay is celebrated to create ripples of awareness about the importance of aquatic... animals and protecting their ecosystems.
As marine #habitats, hidden from our view, continue to degrade, the species dependant on them also become highly threatened. Wildlife SOS…
On the occasion of ‘Save The Elephants’ day, the Wildlife SOS team at the Bannerghatta Bear ...Rescue Centre (BBRC) is conducting a clean-up drive!
Location: Bannerghatta National Park
Date: 12th April 2024
Time: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Join us as we take a step towards making a…
With summer kicking in, days are now longer and hotter, but this doesn’t stop #Elvis from ...enjoying himself thoroughly! He is the ultimate troublemaker with a flair for fun. Being one of the most active #bears at our facility, you will mostly find him on the move, keeping us…
A Successful Rescue ft. a Golden Jackal!
Wildlife SOS, in collaboration with the Maharashtra ...Forest Department, rescued an approximately one-year-old male golden jackal from a 35-foot-deep open well in Junnar.
Inside the open well, the jackal was found sitting on a little…
Sometimes a little encouragement from people who love us is what we need to try a little harder and... not give up. Bani might not understand these words of encouragement, but we believe she feels the kindness and compassion, and that’s what makes a difference!
You too can make a…
Celebrating ‘International Day of Zero Waste’ signifies the importance of waste management and ...sustainable practices. At #WildlifeSOS, we're committed to safeguarding wildlife by prioritizing eco-friendly practices.
Take a peek at some of the innovative methods we employ to…
Don’t miss to register for our first webinar on baby Bani!
Join us for a webinar on ‘Save The ...Elephants Day’ on Tuesday, 16th April, with esteemed veterinary experts as they discuss the ongoing healthcare and treatment of orphaned elephant calf Bani.
From surviving a traumatic…
HIRING ALERT!
'A picture speaks a thousand words', and here’s your chance to be a part of ...Wildlife SOS and tell stories from your perspective!
We are looking for:
-Photographers
-Videographers
-Documentation Officers
Location: Agra
Send us your resume at…
Calm and confident Suraj enjoys roaming around his field at the centre, and munching on the various... fresh fruits and vegetables available to him!
Suraj, known for his exceptionally long tusks, faced unique challenges due to the sheer size. To help him adjust better to life at…
Meet Guru!
At five-years-old, Guru became a victim of human-leopard conflict in 2016, before he ...was brought to the Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre - a safe haven and a new home for rescued leopards.
The word “Guru” translates to teacher or master, and this fearless feline…
Get ready to be charmed because our adorable little Bani has become a master at expressing herself!... With just a flick of her trunk she manages to melt everyone’s hearts. It's as if she has her own special language that our team has become fluent in. Whether it's playtime or…
Sign up for our Webinar on ‘Baby Bani: A Health Update!’
On the occasion of ‘Save The ...Elephants Day’ on Tuesday, April 16, Wildlife SOS is conducting a webinar about baby Bani with our esteemed veterinary experts as speakers.
Register using this link, https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Rg2O0ejiS5CiI7xgcU3gWg
Happy Holi!
Let's splash kindness and sprinkle love this Holi.
Wildlife SOS extends warm wishes ...to all our incredible supporters. Every year, may we paint this world with compassion for our animal friends!
#holi #colours #happyholi #animals #birds #wildlifesos
Wishing you all a ‘beary’ happy World Bear Day!
Out of the 4 bear species found in India, ...Wildlife SOS proudly works with 3 of them: Sloth bears, Asiatic black bears and the Himalayan brown bears at our bear rescue centres all over India.
Watch how our resident bears spend…
#WorldBearDay is dedicated to the protection of all bears, and at Wildlife SOS, we have taken a ...pledge to conserve this precious species in all means possible! This ‘World Bear Day’ let’s dive into the fascinating world of sloth bears and separate facts from fiction!
Swipe to…
Many bird species rely on natural water bodies for their survival and with a constant increase in ...global warming, rapid urbanization, habitat fragmentation and human-wildlife conflicts, we need to be extra careful to protect these water bodies and let nature flourish.
This…
Bani's healing journey has us all captivated and deeply involved. This sweet baby is getting all ...the special care – from physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, Ayurvedic massages, to regular exercises.
We're going all out for Bani, with our dedicated team working round the clock. Every…
On this World Planting Day, we would like to shed light upon the ‘Miyawaki method’ an urban ...afforestation technique that helps build dense, native forests in a short span of time.
By strategically planting over 11,000 native trees, including a diverse array of more than 20…
Meet our incredible caregivers who radiate happiness as they nurture and care for our rescued ...animals and share some of their heartwarming stories.
Don’t miss this wholesome video that's bound to bring a smile to your face!💚
#WildlifeSOS #Wildlifeconservation…
When a 5-minute nap turns into daylong slumber! 😴
Our 23-year-old #Odum loves spending time ...lying on his favourite #hammock and enjoying frequent #naps!
Comment below if you can relate!
Here are 10 adorable reasons why Bani is a special little elephant!
1-year-old Baby Bani was found... injured and paralysed after being hit by a speeding train in Haldwani, Uttarakhand. It has been over a month since Bani was brought to India’s first elephant hospital established…
Taj and Tara have been gradually healing under the love and care of our team. They go on long ...walks, forage, and offer solace to one another with tender trunk embraces.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who generously donated and contributed to their journey.
Since its acquisition by Wildlife SOS in 2007, the land near Ramdurga, Karnataka, has undergone a ...remarkable transformation for ecosystem restoration. Previously barren and affected by encroachment, illegal hunting, forest fires, and deforestation, the area is now thriving,…
JOB ALERT! 🚨
Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and have good writing and ...communications skills? This is your golden opportunity to join the team at Wildlife SOS!
We are looking for:
• Content writer
• Communications intern.
Send us your resume at…
How is Bani today, you ask? Bani’s life changed in an instant when she was hit by a speeding ...train. As we have gotten to know this boisterous little elephant, she has shown us she’s determined to live.
Adopt Bani here: https://wildlifesos.org/bani
Today, Bani has the endurance to…
Snoozing all day long!
As we all shut down and prepare ourselves for our afternoon naps, take a ...moment and watch how our resident animals are celebrating World Sleep Day by cozying up in their enclosures!
#WildlifeSOS #Wildlifeconservation #Rescuedanimals #WorldSleepDay2024…
Every year, we receive calls from anxious villagers who have mistaken a juvenile rusty spotted cat ...for a leopard cub. This common confusion underscores the importance of spreading awareness about these fascinating animals! Thank you, @storeysofbombay, for shedding light on this…
Trumpeting her tantrums!
Bani - our little rebel who refuses to trade milk for veggies fills our ...hearts with her playful and sometimes rumbling trumpets. We cherish the joy of small moments as it's all about the whims of this little one. Our team is always ready to cater to her…
Announcing the winners of our Photography Contest, “Generations of animals”, in no particular ...order!
Camera Category:
Seema Suresh
Khushboo Jain
Mobile Category:
Jigar Solanki
Sanjeev Soni
We thank everyone for participating and are truly overwhelmed with the responses we got…
Bani receives approximately 16-20 litres of a specialized milk mixture everyday along with porridge... made from broken wheat and mung beans.
Bani's enthusiastic trumpets echo loudly whenever she spots a milk bottle in her caregiver's hands! This carefully curated milk formula…
Thank you for covering such an important topic! @mongabayhindi @MongabayIndia
This is ...definitely a must read!
Wildlife SOS was honoured to host Sandra Alvarado, #MissWorldEcuador 2024. She visited the Elephant... Conservation and Care Centre for an education tour and spend some time with the elephants under our care. She was also engaged in informative sessions and understood the history of…
FINAL CALL for all photographers and wildlife enthusiasts to showcase “Generations of Animals” ...through their lens!
The contest ends today at 5 pm IST!
The winners will be announced on 13th March 2024 at 5 PM IST.
Submit your entries here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqptC8BpwPX-DnX_68wyBTYXXQwUe_SJp1Y0PH2Wvfpg4pPg/viewform
Majestic Maya’s Road to recovery!
Maya, our nearly 49-year-old resident elephant, loves ...gobbling down her many treats, and playing with her favourite enrichment – the hanging haynet.
Head over to this blog, to learn more about Maya and her precious friendship with Phoolkali…
कृपया हस्ताक्षर करें - हाथी की बच्ची ...बानी एक तेज रफ्तार ट्रेन की चपेट में आ गयी और उसे जानलेवा चोटें आईं। कदम उठायें और भारतीय रेलवे से सभी वन्यजीव गलियारों में नई सुरक्षा प्रणालियाँ स्थापित करने की गति धीमी करने का आग्रह करें! #हाथी #बानी
PLEASE SIGN - Baby elephant Bani was hit by a speeding train and suffered life-threatening ...injuries. Take action and implore Indian Railways to slow down and install the new elephant protection systems in all wild elephant corridors! #elephants
#StandwithBani #adoptBani https://wildlifesos.org/banihttps://wildlifesos.org/bani
After weeks of... physiotherapy, Bani is now trying to practise balancing on her own legs which was celebrated with cheers and an enthusiastic dust bath!
It takes about a dozen caregivers to get her up, and she still can't walk or…
The unheard stories of the Kalandar women are truly the most inspiring ones, and today, on the ...occasion of Women’s Day, we share some of our favourite stories with you!
The tribal rehabilitation programme was started by Wildlife SOS with a multifaceted approach aimed at…
Bani lost her herd and possibly her ability to walk again by a speeding train. She can’t stand or... even sit up on her own, so once the “little” (300kg) elephant calf is helped upright, our dedicated team of caregivers and veterinarians move her to a specially constructed area…
Stepping Up for Elephants! Join our team as we lace up our sneakers and hit the pavement for the ...Ele Earth Walk!
The walk is set to raise funds to care for these gentle giants. We can't wait to see your participation. You can register using this form https://forms.gle/qmHMTpdritN66oa36
If…
The claws are out and that means playtime!
Celebrate with us as Bintha completes a decade at ...Wildlife SOS. Our resident sloth bear, Bintha, is always ready to play around her enclosure and make use of all the enrichments provided to her, be it a wooden platform or relaxing on a…
“Ready or not, here I come!”
💚👀
Our graceful leopard mother, Asha, wonders if someone ...would like to play hide-and-seek with her? We can’t promise who will be the seeker..
#WildlifeSOS #Wildlifeconservation #leopards #leopardrescue
Pune : Leopard Cub Rescued And Reunited With Mother After It Falls In Well
@neha_panchamiya ...@WildlifeSOS
Meet Zoey, a brave little soul who lost her mother to a tragic accident of electrocution. Left ...alone in Agra, she faced an uncertain future. But thanks to the timely information provided to us, the Wildlife SOS team was able to come to her rescue. Soon, Zoey, just around 20 days…
📢 WEBINAR ALERT 📢
On the occasion of World Sloth Bear Day that is celebrated every year on ...12th October, Wildlife SOS is conducting a webinar about these majestic animals. Grace us with your presence and we hope to give you all the insights on learning more about sloth bears.…
“A picture is worth a thousand words”, but what happens when those words are still not enough ...to explain the gravity of a situation?
Wildlife SOS has joined hands with Adil Hussain, Disha Patani and Jennifer Winget along with our co-founders, Kartick Satyanarayan and Geeta…
A lavish buffet consisting of bananas, papayas, watermelons – a feast that was not only healthy ...but also irresistibly delicious. Elephant Appreciation Day serves as a reminder of the importance of these gentle giants and our responsibility to protect them.
We don't need a day…
Before we dive into this scrumptious #feast of appreciation for our gentle giants, let's prepare ...for the #ElephantAppreciationDay with a sneak peek into what’s about to come.
#Staytuned for the full video to watch them delightfully #nomnom
This is your chance to support Jammu and Kashmir’s wildlife!
Wildlife SOS is working in ...collaboration with the Department of Wildlife Protection J&K Govt. to host a Wildlife Walkathon on 8th October 2023.
You can now walk for these amazing animals to make a difference in…
Jump into the world of learning about and tracking your favourite ursine- sloth bears!
On the ...occasion of World Sloth Bear Day that is celebrated every year on 12th October, Wildlife SOS is conducting a webinar about these majestic animals. Grace us with your presence and we…
Injured #BonnetMacaque Rescued and Released in Maharashtra
The #ForestDepartment in collaboration ...with #WildlifeSOS team #rescued an injured Bonnet macaque from dog attacks in the historic Lenyadri caves in Pune district. The female macaque was found with multiple bite wounds…
Raise your hand up if you have ever been in this situation 🙋
#WildlifeSOS #Wildlifeconservation... #Asianelephants #elephantrescue