wildlife SOS

Bhola, a nearly blind elephant rescued in 2010 after a tragic accident, celebrates 14 years of recovery at Wildlife SOS. His journey from severe injuries to thriving at the sanctuary stands as a powerful story of resilience and care.

Wildlife SOS saved a massive 13-foot, 55 kg python from a well in Agra, with three more python rescues in Mathura and Agra. The team’s quick action safeguarded both the reptiles and the community.

In the early 2000s, significant efforts were made to ban the practice of dancing bears in various regions, particularly through initiatives led by organizations like the Wildlife SOS in India.

According to the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), a staggering 1,160 elephants were killed in the country due to non-natural causes over the a decade, till December 31, 2020.

Wildlife SOS and Maharashtra Forest Department successfully rehabilitated and released four jungle cat kittens from Otur Forest Range. Despite failed reunification attempts, the kittens thrived at MLRC

Wildlife SOS rescued a peacock from an 80-foot borewell in Agra, India. Quick action by villagers, forest officials, and the rescue team led to a successful operation. The incident highlights ongoing wildlife protection efforts and community involvement.

Wildlife SOS's Ramdurga project in Karnataka restored 50 acres of barren land, achieving a 90% plant survival rate and reviving local biodiversity. This initiative underscores the importance of land restoration and resilience against desertification

Wildlife SOS has intensified its efforts to protect elephants and sloth bears from the summer heat in India. Measures such as installing sprinklers, providing mud baths, and enriching animals' diets have been implemented across various rescue facilities