AI-fit Cameras In Similipal Tiger Reserve Send Poaching Plummeting

The Similipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha has successfully reduced poaching activities by implementing AI-enabled cameras

About TrailGuard AI System

Similipal Tiger Reserve

TrailGuard AI is an early alert system using 100-150 AI-enabled cameras.
These cameras capture images of people and wildlife entering the forest.
The AI model analyzes these images to detect poachers.

Enhanced Surveillance: Authorities now receive real-time alerts about poachers’ locations.
Increased Arrests: In the last 10 months, 96 poachers were arrested, and 86 country-made guns were seized.
Effective House Raids: Photo identification helps in conducting successful raids.
Reduced Poaching: The system is expected to reduce poaching by at least 80%, ensuring better safety for forest staff and wildlife.

The Tiger reserve is Located in Mayurbhanj district of northern Odisha.
Designated as a Tiger Reserve in 1956.
Joined Project Tiger in 1973 to protect tigers.
Recognized as a Biosphere Reserve in 1994.
UNESCO Recognition: Became Part of the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves since 2009.
Part of a Larger Elephant Reserve:
- Forms part of the Similipal-Kuldiha-Hadgarh Elephant Reserve, also known as the Mayurbhanj Elephant Reserve.
- This reserve includes three protected areas:
  - Similipal Tiger Reserve
  - Hadagarh Wildlife Sanctuary
  - Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary
Surroundings and Terrain: Surrounded by high plateaus and hills.
- Highest peaks: Khairiburu and Meghashini, both rising to 1515 meters above sea level.

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