Ramnagar, Oct. 10 -- India's wildlife history has several lesser-known stories that have received little attention over the years. Wildlife historian and conservationist Raza Kazmi highlighted some of these overlooked chapters, recalling historical accounts of wildlife in Uttarakhand and the events that shaped the country's conservation history.

"There are many interesting stories that are missing from the mainstream narrative. It depends on what, you know, lens are you looking at, which region are you looking at," Kazmi told ANI, while speaking on the sidelines of the Corbett Literature Festival.

Pointing to Uttarakhand's wildlife history, Kazmi said rhinos were once found in the region, even though the animal is now largely associated...