Rani, a tigress at Pilikula Biological Park, has given birth to two cubs, a male and a female, increasing the park’s tiger population to 10. The cubs, now two months old, are in good health. This is Rani’s third litter, with a history of multiple births.
In 2016, Rani set a record by delivering five cubs, followed by three more in 2021. With this latest birth, she has now become the mother of 10 cubs. Rani’s remarkable reproductive history has contributed significantly to the park’s tiger population.
Rani was brought to Pilikula from Bannerghatta Biological Park in 2016 as part of an animal exchange program. At the time, a male tiger from Pilikula was sent to Bannerghatta in return. This exchange program has helped maintain genetic diversity among the tiger population.
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Pilikula Biological Park has a notable history of tiger conservation. Initially, the park received tigers from the Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Safari in Shivamogga when the zoo was established. Today, Pilikula is home to 10 tigers, with other zoos, including those in Shivamogga and Hampi, expressing interest in acquiring tigers from the park.
The park is also considering bringing a tiger from Madhya Pradesh through an exchange program. As one of the prominent wildlife parks under the Central Zoo Authority (CZA), Pilikula is among the 18 major zoos in the country. With 150 zoos across India, Pilikula stands out for its conservation efforts.
Despite being a prominent wildlife park, Pilikula does not receive government funding and relies on donations and CSR grants for maintenance. A recent visit by the state legislature committee drew appreciation for the park’s management, recognizing its commitment to conservation and wildlife preservation.