Tigers are one of the most magnificent and endangered animals in the world. To protect them, special areas called tiger reserves are created. These reserves provide a safe home for tigers, allowing them to live and grow in their natural habitat. The largest tiger reserve in the world covers a vast area, ensuring the survival of tigers along with many other wildlife species.
The largest tiger reserve in the world is Hukaung Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Myanmar. It covers 17,373.57 square kilometers and was established in 2004. This reserve is home to tigers, leopards and many other wild animals. However, gold mining in the area is a big threat to its wildlife and forests.
Hukaung Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is in the northern Myanmar, in the states of Kachin and Sagaing. It is located in the Hukaung Valley, a region known for its dense forests and rivers.
This tiger reserve covers an area of 17,373.57 square kilometers (6,707.97 square miles). It was first established in 2004 with a smaller area and later expanded in 2010 to its present size.
The land in this reserve is a mix of evergreen forests and deciduous forests. The elevation ranges from 125 meters to 3,435 meters (410 feet to 11,270 feet) above sea level.
Hukaung Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is home to many wild animals, including:
These animals were recorded through camera surveys between 2001 and 2011.
One of the biggest threats to this tiger reserve is gold mining. More than 200,000 acres of land in Hukaung Valley are being used for mining, which harms the environment and the wildlife living there.
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), a group working for wildlife protection, faced criticism for blaming indigenous people for environmental damage. However, it was later found that WCS was also supporting small development projects and helping local villagers with food and supplies.
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