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Celebrating World Pangolin Day, 2025

Celebrating World Pangolin Day in Bhatighari Chure Community Forest

Mithila Municipality-4, Dhanusha, celebrated the 14th World Pangolin Day with various awareness activities. The event included a discussion session and a peace rally, organized with the support of ‘भाटीघारी बहुआयामिक आयआर्जन विपन्न वर्ग महिला समूह,’ Puspwalpur Sub-Divisional Forest Office, and राष्ट्रिय आधारभूत विद्यालय पुष्पवलपुर (National Basic School Pushpawalpur) Even though the Illegal Wildlife Trade (IWT) project ended over a year ago, the local community is still actively working to protect pangolins. Participants talked about the importance of community efforts in saving wildlife and stressed the need to continue conservation work beyond short-term projects.         Sita Paudel from Mithila Wildlife Trust shared her happiness in being part of this initiative. She praised the local community’s dedication, saying their hard work is an inspiring example of how people can help protect rare animals like pangolins and take care of nature.  

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Nepal Owl Festival 2025: A Celebration of Conservation & Culture

 Stage Performance / Crowd Shot A Festival That Brought Nature & People Together As the sun set over Madhesh, the 12th Nepal Owl Festival came to life with music, dance, and a shared love for conservation. People from different backgrounds joined hands to celebrate the beauty of owls and their importance in our ecosystem. Community Effort Behind the Success This event was made possible by the dedication of many Organized by Friends of Nature (FON)  and Mithila Wildlife Trust, the festival saw enthusiastic participation from local people, volunteers, NGOs, and INGOs. More Than Just a Festival The Nepal Owl Festival isn’t just about celebrating owls; it’s about spreading awareness, fostering conservation efforts, and bringing people closer to nature. Seeing the excitement among visitors, especially children, was truly inspiring! Showcasing Maithili Culture & Local Traditions The Nepal Owl Festival 2025 was not just about conservation—it was also a celebration of culture! The event featured vibrant Maithili performances along with other traditional cultural acts, showcasing the rich heritage of the region. Local artists and performers brought the festival to life with music, dance, and storytelling. Local Games & Community Fun One of the most heartwarming parts of the festival was the participation of local children in traditional games. The festival grounds were filled with laughter and excitement as kids engaged in age-old games that have been played in the community for generations. These activities not only entertained but also helped revive local traditions. Honoring Dedication & Commitment One of the most special moments of the Nepal Owl Festival 2025 was the recognition of individuals who have dedicated their efforts to environmental conservation. Special Thanks goes to our supporting Partners (Global Owl Project, World Owl Trust, WFN, NSL,FAIR AWAY, Bernd Thies Stiftung, International Owl Centre, Pokhara bird society, NOU, Pipal tree, WWF, NTNC, Incredible  Mithila, Cultural village, CCPM, MIDWAN)    Certificates of appreciation were awarded to our hardworking volunteers and esteemed chief guests as a token of gratitude for their valuable contributions . Looking Forward to 2026! The energy and enthusiasm of this year’s festival have set high expectations for next year. We can’t wait to join Nepal Owl Festival 2026 with bigger and better expectation!    A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made this event a success! Did you attend the festival? Share your favorite moments in the comments!

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Successful Completion of 5-Day Snake Rescue & Management Training (Nepal Police, Armed Police Force (APF), and forestry officials)

We are proud to announce the successful completion of a “5-day Snake Rescue and Management Training” in Dhanusha, organized by the Division Forest Office (Dhanusha) with technical support from Mithila Wildlife Trust. Participants from Nepal Police, Armed Police Force (APF), and forestry officials received hands-on training in safely handling both venomous and non-venomous snakes, identifying different species, and responding calmly during rescues. Their enthusiasm, discipline, and eagerness to learn made the training highly effective. Beyond skill-building, this training played a key role in spreading awareness about the ecological importance of snakes. It encouraged peaceful coexistence between communities and wildlife, reducing fear and promoting safety. A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated trainers Dev Narayan Mandal (Founder & CEO, Mithila Wildlife Trust), Rohit Giri, and Subodh Acharya for their expertise and commitment to making this training a success! Together, let’s continue working towards a safer and more wildlife-friendly world.                    

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Successful Completion of Snake Management Training!

We are glad to announce the successful completion of our 3-day “Snake Management Training”, a vital step toward reducing snake, human conflicts and promoting peaceful coexistence with wildlife. We extend our sincere gratitude to our expert trainers Rohit Giri, Subodh Acharya, and Dev Narayan Mandal (Founder & CEO of Mithila Wildlife Trust)for their dedication and invaluable knowledge. Special thanks to PIPAL TREE for their incredible support and to everyone who played a role in making this training a success. This initiative brought together a diverse group of participants, including citizen scientists, veterinary and health workers, farmers, and community members ,who have embraced a new perspective on living harmoniously with snakes. Through this training, they have gained essential skills to handle snake-related situations responsibly while understanding the crucial role snakes play in our ecosystem. Together, we are fostering a more informed, safer, and wildlife-friendly community.

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