During the dry season, many die from dehydration in the forests. Our volunteer teams maintain and refill a network of water stations positioned strategically throughout the forest.
The forests around Arunachala Hill are home to leopards, jackals, mongoose, sambar deer, peacocks, and hundreds of bird species. During the summer months from March to June, natural water sources dry up completely, putting wildlife under severe stress.
Our volunteer teams refill a network of 14+ earthen pots and concrete troughs positioned along animal trails and near known watering spots. Refilling happens on a weekly rotation — each route covered by a team of 3–4 volunteers.
Camera traps placed near selected stations have documented leopard, jackal, civet cat, and a wide range of bird species visiting the water sources, confirming their vital role in supporting the local ecosystem.
"We have seen leopard pugmarks at our water stations. That is proof that what we do matters."
14+ active water stations across the Arunachala forest range
Weekly refilling by trained volunteer teams from April to July
Camera traps document leopard, jackal, deer, and bird species
Coordination with the Forest Department
Open-source citizen science data shared with wildlife researchers
