The state forest department is planning to reintroduce dholes (also known as whistling dogs) inRajasthans forests from Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. The is also considering a proposal to introduce gaurs (Indian bison).
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) discussed the proposal to introduce dholes and Indian gaur from other states to Rajasthan. There is no specific time frame, but the proposal has been studied for reintroduction of a species in the state having similar eco-systems.
According to the proposal, dholes, which are on the IUCN list of endangered species, will be reintroduced in either Sariska Tiger Reserve or Ranthambore.
There are about 13,000 to 30,000 gaurs in the world with approximately 85% of the Population in India.