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A comprehensive survey by the Wildlife Institute of India has reported a highly encouraging increase in the snow leopard population across the high-altitude regions of Ladakh. Advanced camera trapping and genetic analysis were utilized to estimate the numbers accurately. This conservation success is attributed to effective community-led anti-poaching initiatives, habitat protection measures, and mitigation of human-wildlife conflicts, highlighting the importance of involving local stakeholders.
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