More tigers poached in India so far this year than in 2015

The tiger population may be on the rise, but so is poaching, according to the Wildlife Protection Society of India A census report released today shows as of April 26 at least 28 tigers had been poached or seized, up three from last year’s final count The report is troubling to environmental groups who have increased efforts to curb illegal practice Tiger bones and meat are sold on the black market while pelts are bought and sold as luxury goods