Jeevan Rai

My thoughts, opinions and experiences

Projects


  • Protecting the Critically Endangered Chinese Pangolin in Khotang

    Protecting the Critically Endangered Chinese Pangolin in Khotang

    Khotang, a remote district in eastern Nepal, is home to the critically endangered Chinese pangolin. Threatened by habitat loss, poaching, and development, this elusive creature needs urgent conservation action. Our Project Aims to: By working closely with local communities, we aim to create a sustainable future for the Chinese pangolin and its habitat. Supported by:

  • Small Carnivore Conservation in Eastern Nepal

    Small Carnivore Conservation in Eastern Nepal

    Our project focuses on investigating the elusive small carnivore community of the Tinjure-Milke-Jaljale complex in eastern Nepal, with a particular emphasis on the Binturong. Through a combination of field surveys, camera trapping, and community engagement, we aimed to: By shedding light on these often overlooked creatures, we hope to contribute to their conservation and the…

  • Rapid Biodiversity Assessment in the mid-hills

    Rapid Biodiversity Assessment in the mid-hills

    The Dudhpokhari forest, a vital ecological corridor in Nepal’s mid-hills, remains largely unexplored. Our project aims to: By shedding light on this hidden gem, we hope to inspire conservation efforts and ensure the preservation of this unique ecosystem. Supported by:

  • Initiating community conservation in the Trijuga forest

    Initiating community conservation in the Trijuga forest

    The Trijuga Forest, a vital wildlife corridor in Nepal, is facing increasing threats from human-wildlife conflict and habitat loss. Our project aims to address these challenges by: By working closely with local communities, we strive to create a harmonious coexistence between people and wildlife in the Trijuga Forest in Udayapur. Supported by:

  • Status Assessment and Conservation of Small Carnivore in Eastern Nepal with Special Focus on Binturong

    Status Assessment and Conservation of Small Carnivore in Eastern Nepal with Special Focus on Binturong

    Our project focused on investigating the elusive small carnivore community of the Tinjure-Milke-Jaljale complex in eastern Nepal, with a particular emphasis on the Binturong. Through a combination of field surveys, camera trapping, and community engagement, we aimed to: Project Highlights: Supported by:

  • Simulating Wildlife Studies: A Toolkit for Researchers

    Simulating Wildlife Studies: A Toolkit for Researchers Project Overview: This project aims to develop a user-friendly R package that simplifies the process of simulating wildlife studies. By automating complex statistical models, researchers can efficiently explore various study designs and scenarios without delving into the intricate details of statistical programming. Current Capabilities: Future Development: By providing…