Two Asiatic black bear cubs find new home at Pakke Tiger Reserve’s CBRC

In a heartwarming rescue operation, two male Asiatic black bear cubs have been given a new lease of life at the Centre for Bear Rehabilitation and Conservation (CBRC) in Pakke Tiger Reserve, Arunachal Pradesh.

The first cub, barely 4-5 weeks old, was rescued in Keyi Panyor, while the second cub, 6-7 weeks old, was found stranded in Borduria Village. Both cubs were separated from their mothers, likely due to human activities like jhum cultivation or forest fires.

Under the care of Dr. Panjit Basumatary and the CBRC team, the cubs will undergo a structured rehabilitation process, including hand-raising, natural diet, and forest exposure. Once ready, they will be released into a suitable forest habitat.

Dhawan Kumar Rawat, DFO, Pakke Tiger Reserve, said, “The cubs are currently under close observation and will receive essential care until they’re prepared to return to the wild.” The rescue efforts highlight the importance of community involvement in wildlife conservation. If you witness any distressed wildlife, report it to local authorities promptly.