Environment / Biodiversity
The elusive spotted linsang has been recorded for the first time in Meghalaya’s Garo Hills, marking a significant addition to the region’s mammalian biodiversity. The rare carnivore was documented during systematic mammal surveys conducted by scientists from the Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON) in a community-managed forest.
The sighting highlights the ecological value of community-managed forests in conserving lesser-known and nocturnal species. It also reinforces the importance of scientific surveys in improving understanding of species distribution in the biodiversity-rich but under-studied landscapes of Northeast India.
APSC relevance: Biodiversity documentation in Northeast India, role of community forestry, wildlife conservation outside protected areas, SACON’s ecological research.
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