Ladakh: Feral Dogs Prey on Rare Species

Ladakh’s cold desert is facing an ecological crisis due to the rapid increase of feral dogs, now numbering around 45,000, which threaten endangered species like snow leopards and Pallas’s cats. This surge is largely attributed to human activities, such as rising tourism and improper waste management. Conservationists warn that these feral dogs outnumber native predators, posing a significant threat to the ecosystem and even attacking humans. Urgent action is needed to address this growing problem.

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