Photo: AFP/Valter Bernadeschi 

Global biodiversity is deteriorating at unprecedented rates due to the climate crisis, nature loss and pollution. In Asia, human population growth and sprawling development are shrinking habitats. 

Bengal tigers are among those affected, especially as they need vast swathes of forest and grassland to roam, hunt and reproduce. 

UNEP-supported efforts to restore ecosystems in Bhutan, however, are providing hope for the big cats. Learn more about the endangered Bengal tiger’s comeback here.