A study analyzed human-elephant conflict in Jharkhand, India, from 2000 to 2023, documenting 1,340 fatalities and 400 injuries related to 1,740 incidents. The research identified factors contributing to conflict, particularly around protected areas and fragmented habitats, highlighting the role of land use and urbanization. It recommended targeted interventions in high-conflict villages to mitigate risks associated with this ongoing issue.
Source: Ecology and evolution, https://doi.org/10.1002/ece3.72679