Kazakhstan Plants 37,000 Seedlings to Prepare for Imminent Return of Tigers
Kazakhstan is embarking on an inspiring journey to reintroduce tigers to a unique habitat in the southern part of the country, marking one of the most ambitious rewilding initiatives on the planet. As part of this exciting project, reforestation activities are taking place along the riparian woodlands surrounding the Ile River and its delta at Lake Balkhash. Last year alone, an impressive 37,000 young trees were planted, contributing to a total of 50,000 trees planted in the Ile-Balkhash Nature Reserve between 2021 and 2024. This area also welcomed a breeding pair of tigers from the Netherlands last year, further enhancing












