Rare Black Tiger Spotted In Odisha: Conservation Hope Amid Endangered Species Crisis A rare melanistic black tiger was photographed in Odisha’s Simlipal National Park in August 2022, marking a significant conservation success. The sighting highlights ongoing efforts to protect India’s endangered tiger population through advanced wildlife monitoring and habitat restoration. Simlipal’s Black Tigers Simlipal National Park is the only habitat in the world where melanistic (black) tigers naturally occur, thanks to genetic isolation and a recessive allele. The park currently supports an estimated 24-28 tigers, including at least 6 black individuals. The latest cub, born in May 2022, was captured … Continue reading Rare Black Tiger Spotted In Odisha