​Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles

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Bhandari, B., Thapa, V., Mahatara, P. et al. (2026). Surviving in a changing world: A systematic review of research trends and threats to the mysterious rusty-spotted cat. Mammal Research. 71, 17. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13364-025-00834-w. Link

 

Thapa, V., & Lama, R.P. (2025). Artisanal fishing bycatch confirms the northernmost distribution of Eurasian otters in Nepal. IUCN Otter Specialist Group Bulletin. 42(2). Link

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Manuscripts Under Review

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​Thapa, V., Bhandari, B., Shakya, S., Lama, L.D., Puri, G., Lama, G., & Neupane, D. (2026). Assessment of Mammalian Diversity and Activity Patterns in the Mid-hills of Nepal. Wildlife Letters. (In review).

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Shahi, K., Bhandari, B., Thapa, V., Siry, J., Rai, R., & Khanal, G. (2026). Risk exposure and prior knowledge influence livestock owners’ willingness to pay for a community-managed livestock insurance scheme. Oryx. (In review).

 

 

Technical Reports

 

Thapa, V. (2025). Promoting Community-Based Conservation Efforts in Lower Humla, Nepal. A final report. The Rufford Foundation, UK. Link

 

Thapa, V. (2023). Empowering Local People for Biodiversity and Wildlife Conservation in Lower Humla District, Nepal. A final report. The Rufford Foundation, UK. Link

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News and Opinion Writing

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​Thapa, V. (2018, April 18). Curb Wildlife Trade. MyRebublica. Link

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