The Economic Times

Why are leopards showing up in tea gardens more than forests? IFS officer shares a thought-provoking post

IFS officer Parween Kaswans X post has sparked discussion about why leopards are increasingly seen in tea gardens. A study on leopard habitat use in northeastern India found that dense ground vegetation, connected tea plantations and nearby livestock can make estates suitable habitats. Leopards use these areas as shelter and movement corridors, while avoiding densely built-up settlements.