“IoT BASED ANTI-POACHING ALERT SYSTEM FOR VALUABLE TREES”

Abstract: Illegal poaching of valuable trees such as Red Sandalwood (Pterocarpus santolinas), Teak (Tectona grandis), and other endangered species has emerged as a major ecological, economic, and conservation concern across the world. These trees hold immense value due to their aromatic properties, medicinal applications, and use in high-quality furniture and construction industries. However, rampant illegal logging and smuggling activities have led to rapid depletion of forest resources, biodiversity loss, and significant environmental imbalance. To address these critical challenges, this project introduces an innovative IoT-Based Anti-Poaching Alert System for Valuable Trees, designed to detect and prevent unauthorized cutting or tampering activities in real-time.

Keywords: The IoT-based Anti-Poaching Alert System for Valuable Trees uses smart sensors, real-time monitoring, wireless communication, GPS tracking, and cloud-based alerts to detect illegal tree cutting. The system enhances forest protection, ensures quick response, prevents deforestation, and helps authorities safeguard valuable trees through automated alert notifications.