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The Indian Wild Ass of the Little Rann of Kachchh: Ecology, Conservation, and Challenges

Author(s) Dr. Praveen Kumar Verma
Country India
Abstract The Indian Wild Ass (Equus hemionus khur), also known as the Khur or Ghudkhar, is a subspecies of the Asiatic wild ass endemic to the Rann of Kachchh in Gujarat, India. Historically widespread across northwestern India and western Pakistan, the species now primarily inhabits the Little Rann of Kachchh. It has successfully adapted to the extreme saline desert environment, demonstrating unique behavioral characteristics and ecological significance. This research paper explores the natural history, taxonomy, habitat preferences, and conservation challenges facing the Indian Wild Ass. The species plays an important role in the ecosystem by assisting seed dispersal and regulating vegetation dynamics. However, increasing human encroachments, habitat fragmentation, overgrazing, and developmental activities pose significant threats to its survival. Conservation initiatives, including the establishment of the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary, have contributed to population recovery, with numbers reaching approximately 7,672 individuals as of 2024. Continued efforts in habitat preservation, ecological research, and community engagement are imperative to ensure the long-term sustainability of this near-threatened species.
Keywords Equus hemionus khur, Saline desert, Seasonal wetland, Bets, Prosopis juliflora
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-05-13
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.44652
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9kvbj
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