D.S. Rajput and H. Tripathi1
Division of Extension Education, Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar - 243122, Uttar Pradesh, INDIA
1Senior Scientist and Incharge, K.V.K., Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar - 243122, Uttar Pradesh, INDIA
ABSTRACT
This paper provides an over view on migration system of Raika Pastoralists in Bikaner district of Rajasthan. Raika of this region fall in category of semi nomadic pastoralists because they adopt migration for passing adverse climatic condition specially drought that frequently occurs in this region and cause heavy economic and biological losses to camel farmers. They follow no particular route and area for migration. The route is selected after thorough discussion with family members and other pastoralists in the village and according to the probability of getting good pasture and more water for animals. Though, they face many problems during migration but they perceive it as essential for saving their camels and other livestock from adverse situation.
Key words : Camel, migration, Raika pastoralists, Rajasthan
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