What?

The Dhole Project was launched in 2016. The aim of the project is to conduct research work on dholes to better understand their requirements, and formulate science-based strategies to conserve the species.

Where?

The project is being implemented in India. Specifically, most of the studies are focused on the Western Ghats landscape in southern India. But the findings from the project will benefit dhole conservation globally. The project is currently based out of the National Centre for Biological Sciences–TIFR (Bengaluru, India) and the Wildlife Conservation Society–India.

How?

The research work relies on a combination of methods and approaches, each of which provides a different and unique understanding of dhole ecology and conservation needs.

Why?

The project will generate information that links dhole individuals, packs, populations and meta-populations across the species' geographic range. This can help wildlife managers, conservationists and governments in better managing and conserving dhole populations across their range.