The Economic Times

The story of Kazakhstan's lost Turan tigers: Hunted to extinction, now making a comeback after 70 years

Tigers are returning to Kazakhstan's wilderness after a 70-year absence. An adult female Amur tiger named Umit was released into the Ile-Balkhash State Nature Reserve. This ambitious wildlife restoration project aims to re-establish the apex predator in its former habitat. Endangered prey species and anti-poaching measures have been implemented to support the tiger's return. Kazakhstan is working to ensure peaceful coexistence between tigers and local communities.