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Encroachment of arable land near rivers and lakes for building infrastructure has harmed the bird population in these areas.

Soor Sarovar, also known as Keetham Lake, in Uttar Pradesh's Agra, has seen a fall in the number of birds migrating to the Ramsar site this winter.According to experts this could be due to a 'warm and late winter', and a shortfall in the ...

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Extreme global climate change has kept water migratory birds away from the wetlands in the Delhi and national capital region. There has been a decline in the number of migratory species that are seen near the wetland areas during the current autumn season this year. According to the Asian Waterbird

Pampore: Deputy Commissioner Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom, led a delegation to the renowned Chatlam Wetland in Pampore and the Indian International Kashmir Trade Centre (IIKSTC) Dusoo Pampore area of south Kashmirs Pulwama district. The visit aimed at emphasizing the significance of preserving the wetlands avian inhabitants and enhancing its natural beauty. Accompanied by key officials including Additional Deputy Commissioner Awantipora Zaffar

Out of the 942 bird species that were studied, 142 are declining, 189 are stable and only 28 are increasing. The report was published by State of India’s Birds (SoIB), on the basis of data from 30,000 birdwatchers in the country.

New Delhi: Of the 338 bird species studied in India for changes in numbers over the last 30 years, 60 per cent have experienced a decline, says a new

The report classifies 178 species, including Northern Shoveler, Northern Pintail, Common Teal, Tufted Duck, Greater Flamingo, Sarus Crane, Indian Courser and Andaman Serpent Eagle, as "high conservation priority". Fourteen species, including Indian Roller, Common Teal, Northern Shoveler and Common Sandpiper, have dropped by 30 per cent or more and have been recommended for IUCN Red List reassessment, the report says.

The report stressed on the need to conserve the most critically threatened species in the country: Jerdon’s Courser, Great Indian Bustard, & others. | Latest News India

Chatlam Wetland, located in Kashmir's Pampore area, is an overlooked ecological gem with great potential for eco-tourism. Local youth activists have been working tirelessly to protect and promote the wetland. Despite threats like hunting and urbaniaation, dedicated youths strive to preserve the wetland's fragile ecosystem. With its diverse bird species and pristine environment, Chatlam has the ingredients to become a sustainable sanctuary and a bird-watching destination, aligning with ...