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Shikhar Srivastava is a PhD student studying the dynamics of human-elephant conflict in Odisha. With a background in zoology and environmental studies, he has previously worked with organizations like WII, WTI, and DRDO. A passionate wildlife enthusiast, he envisions a world where humans and animals coexist in harmony. Beyond research, he enjoys music, travel, and a good binge-watch.
Shikhar鈥檚 research interests lie at the intersection of landscape ecology, behavioral ecology, and human-wildlife interactions. His current work focuses on understanding the patterns of human-elephant conflict in Odisha. Using a combination of remote sensing, field observations, and social surveys, he examines occupancy, habitat use, diet, stress in Asian elephant, and conflict dynamics in a shared landscape. He is also interested in how anthropogenic factors shape conflict patterns and aims to inform conservation strategies that promote coexistence. Through his work, he seeks to bridge ecological research with on-ground conservation efforts, contributing to a deeper understanding of human-wildlife relationships in changing landscapes.
