Around 11 a.m. near a hospital complex in Kengeri, Bengaluru, volunteers feed rescued animals like a Bonnet Macaque, an Indian Palm Squirrel, and a Scaly Breasted Munia. These animals are cared for at the People for Animals (PfA) Wildlife Hospital, rescued from the city's expanding urban areas. Rapid metro construction, traffic, and pollution push wildlife from their natural homes. Col. Dr. Navaz Shariff, Chief Wildlife Veterinarian at PfA, said, "The number of urban wildlife rescue calls in and around Bengaluru has been increasing." Major cases involve manja (glass-coated kite thread) injuries and habitat loss, causing animals to enter residential zones more often. So far, PfA has treated about 11,000 Black Kites and 12,000 snakes, primarily Spectacled Cobras and Rat Snakes. Other rescued animals include 4,000 Three-Striped Palm Squirrels and 3,000 Bonnet Macaques. Ashritha Carlo from Avian and Reptile Rehabilitation Centre reported an 89% rise in October and 54% in November rescue cases over last year. "Nearly 3,000 out of over 8,000 animals rescued in 2025 suffered manja injuries," she said. Black Kites face high risks during breeding season with frequent entanglements. Rare species like Booted Eagles and Greater Cormorants were also injured by manja this year. Collisions with glass buildings have increased, affecting migratory birds such as Fork-tailed Drongo Cuckoos and Indian Pittas. Bengaluru hotspots for rescue calls include Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Vijayanagar, Jayanagar, and Kengeri, where fast development shrinks wildlife spaces. Studies show Bengaluru hosts 80–85 wild leopards on its outskirts, more than Mumbai’s 54. However, urban wildlife also includes smaller creatures like barn owls, shrews, and squirrels. Ecologist Seshadri K.S. highlighted that the city is uniquely placed between Bannerghatta National Park and Hessarghatta Grassland Reserve. Yet, rapid city growth and declining tree cover disrupt habitats, increasing human-animal conflicts. A member of the Bannerghatta Nature Conservation Trust noted rising leopard sightings near homes, elephant crop raids, and property damage by Indian bison. Lack of proper enforcement in Eco-Sensitive Zones and unplanned real estate developments worsen conflicts. Experts urge better city planning to protect wildlife corridors and stop harmful projects. Misconceptions about bats, owls, and snakes cause fear, but these animals are vital to the ecosystem. Col. Shariff said, "As natural spaces shrink, animals are adapting to survive, and coexistence is both possible and necessary."