A total of 105,540 waterbirds belonging to 107 species were recorded during the 7th waterbird count at Kaziranga National Park, highlighting the globally important wetland habitat of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
According to officials, the extensive census covered major wetlands and water bodies within the national park. The exercise was conducted by forest staff, ornithologists and volunteers as part of the annual monitoring programme aimed at assessing the health of the park’s aquatic ecosystem.
Among the recorded species were several migratory birds that arrive in Assam during winter, underlining Kaziranga’s significance along the Central Asian Flyway. Experts said the strong numbers reflect favourable habitat conditions and effective conservation measures in recent years.
Park authorities noted that regular waterbird counts help track population trends, guide habitat management and support long-term conservation planning. The data is also important for identifying threats such as habitat degradation, invasive species and climate-related changes.
Assam Forest Department officials stated that continued monitoring and community support will be crucial to maintaining Kaziranga’s status as one of India’s premier waterbird habitats.
The annual census is expected to further strengthen scientific understanding of bird diversity in Assam’s protected areas and reinforce conservation efforts across the Brahmaputra floodplain.
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