Rollapadu Habitat Actions
Field Operations for Wildlife Conservation & Community Engagement
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List Status
<200 Birds
Current population in India
Since 2016
Bustard Recovery Program
Fire Risk Summer Preparedness
Summer brings accidental and intentional fire risks that threaten bustards, blackbuck, and fragile grasslands. Our comprehensive fire management strategy protects precious wildlife habitats.
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Fire Watchers
Dedicated patrols during high-risk summer months -
Fire Lines (3m width)
Cleared each December-January to break fire spread -
Controlled Burns
Supervised burns to reduce dry fuel buildup
Power infrastructure through bustard habitat
Water Security in Summer
When seasonal water dries, wildlife competes with livestock and risks straying to farms, leading to conflict and poaching. Our water solutions ensure year-round habitat stability.
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Check Dams & Percolation Tanks
Capture monsoon flow for year-round water storage -
Saucer Pits,
Concrete-lined, tanker-filled water points in core and fringe zones -
Solar Pump Sets
Power wells to ponds/tanks without diesel or grid dependency
Power infrastructure through bustard habitat
Habitat Visibility & Forage
Dense undergrowth along roads reduces wildlife sightings and chokes grass growth. Our view
line management creates better visitor experiences and healthier ecosystems.
Clear 20-50m Strips
Along roads and jeep tracks for optimal visibility
Native Grass Restoration
Replace invasive scrub with palatable grasses for wildlife
Invasive Weed Control
harriers, and blackbuck survival.
Manual Uprooting
Complete root removal to prevent regrowth
Natural Decay
Inversion to decay naturally with controlled burns
Native Reseeding
Seasonal follow-up and native grass restoration
Watch Towers & Vantage Points
detection and wildlife monitoring.
Visitor Viewpoints
Scenic spots for wildlife observation and photography
Ranger Towers
Early fire smoke detection and poacher monitoring
Wildlife Rescue Operations
Our dedicated rescue team provides immediate response for wildlife emergencies, ensuring injured animals receive proper care and safe return to their habitat.
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Expert Team
2 veterinarians + 5 trained responders with specialized equipment -
Complete Protocol
Rescue → Vet examination → On-site release if fit -
Community Partnership
24/7 hotline for reporting strays and injuries
Power infrastructure through bustard habitat
Swachh Rollapadu
Plastic-Free Habitat
Visitor litter including PET bottles, polythene, and glass creates safety hazards, disease risks, and disrupts natural plant growth. Our community-driven solution ensures pristine habitats.
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Swachh Sevaks
Local plastic pickers with uniforms, bicycles, and collection equipment -
Daily Sweeps
Systematic cleaning of assigned beats and wildlife corridors -
Zero-Litter Pledge
Visitor education and commitment programs
Power infrastructure through bustard habitat
Key Conservation Metrics
Track our impact through measurable conservation outcomes and community engagement indicators.
Fire Lines Prepared
45 km
Functional Water Points
32
Wildlife Rescues Resolved
94 %
Plastic Removed
850 kg/month
Join the Conservation Movement
Every action counts in protecting Rollapadu's precious wildlife and grassland ecosystems.
Choose how you'd like to make a difference.
Volunteer
Join patrols, weed pulls, and
clean-up drives
Donate
Fund water points, rescue care, and
equipment
Report
Geo-tag fire or power-line risks
with photos