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Karnataka, once hailed as a success story in tiger conservation, is facing a worrying setback. Between April 2020 and August 2025, the state recorded the loss of 75 tigers across its reserves. While 62 deaths were natural, the remaining 13 were linked to human-induced threats, a stark reminder of the fragile balance between people and wildlife.
Two of Karnataka's most iconic reserves, Nagarahole (26 deaths) and Bandipur (22 deaths), account for nearly two-thirds of the state's losses. Other protected areas like Biligiri Ranganatha Temple (BRT) Tiger Reserve reported eight deaths, while Male Mahadeshwara (MM) Hills recorded five.
The un...