Blackbuck Conservation Area, Protected area in Bardiya District, Nepal
Blackbuck Conservation Area is a protected space in Bardiya District where open grasslands and forest patches create a natural setting for endangered blackbuck antelopes. The landscape combines grassland feeding grounds with wooded areas that support the animals throughout the year.
This protected area was established in the late 20th century as blackbuck populations had dropped to critical levels across Nepal. The conservation effort marked an attempt to save the species from disappearing in the country.
Local residents participate in conservation programs, sharing traditional knowledge about blackbuck behaviors and their natural habitat patterns.
You can visit the area only through guided tours with knowledgeable local guides who know where to find the animals. The dry season is the best time to go since the blackbucks are easier to spot in open areas.
This is the only place in Nepal where blackbucks still survive, making it critical for keeping the species alive in the country. The grassland protection measures here are specifically designed around how the animals feed and move through the landscape.
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