Agricultural Crop and Livestock Depredation by Wildlife in Langtang National Park, Nepal

Abstract

A national park model that neglects the subsistence needs of the local people and denies them benefits from the park can lead to resentment and conflict. About 35,000 people living in and around Langtang National Park are dependent mainly on agriculture for their livelihood. Agricultural crop and livestock depredation by wildlife results in disputes between the park authorities and the local people. Potential solutions discussed here emphasize the need for the Langtang National Park administration to accept responsibility for the protection of crops and livestock from park wildlife.