Rising Concerns in Kolkata as Urban Sprawl Leads to Increased Jackal Road Fatalities in New Town
Kolkata, India – Recent incidents where multiple jackals were killed in road accidents in New Town, Kolkata, have sparked worry amongst conservationists and local residents alike. The accidents, occurring near high-traffic areas such as Eco Park and the New Town Main Arterial Road, underscore the collision between burgeoning urban development and wildlife habitats. These were once flourishing ecosystems where species like the golden jackals and Bengal foxes thrived, but now face grave threats from continuous …