Himalayan musk deer (Moschus leucogaster) is native to Himalayan range countries, Nepal, India, Bhutan, Pakistan and China. It is listed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, whose population is in constant decline primarily due to excessive poaching for illegal trade of its lucrative musk pod. Additionally, they are threatened by habitat loss, fragmentation, and predation from wild carnivores and feral dogs. In Nepal musk deer are legally protected under National Park and Wildlife Conservation Act 1973 of the Government of Nepal.
UKALI is a community-driven model, focusing on the Upper Karnali Landscape as a learning ground and field campus. Guided by the philosophy of “Leading by Locals,” the initiative ensures that conservation efforts are community-led and grounded in the cultural heritage and values of the landscapes it serves. With the broader vision of developing a replicable approach for other mountain regions in Nepal and beyond, UKALI strengthens local institutions, nurtures conservation leaders, and enhances the capacity of communities to actively participate in and benefit from conservation initiatives.
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