Tamil Nadu Forest Department
Forest circles represent the highest level of administrative management in the state forest structure.
The Nilgiri Tahr landscape is divided into 14 forest divisions, split between tiger reserve and non-tiger reserve areas.
Biosphere reserves represent the highest level of landscape conservation, integrating core protected zones with sustainable use areas for people and nature to coexist.
Tiger Reserves provide the highest degree of protection under India’s Wildlife Protection Act, benefiting Nilgiri Tahr populations through strict habitat preservation and funding support.
Elephant reserves where Nilgiri Tahr share habitat space, creating integrated conservation landscapes.
National Parks provide core habitats where human activity is strictly regulated, making them essential for breeding and long-term survival of Nilgiri Tahrs.
Wildlife sanctuaries act as buffer areas around core habitats, providing connectivity and space for species to move between protected regions.
Ranges form the field-level backbone of the conservation network, bridging management and ground realities.
