Increase of Waterfowl Abundance in Kaziranga National Park, India

A remarkable 175% increase in waterfowl abundance has been documented in Kaziranga National Park, India, highlighting the success of ongoing conservation efforts. Recent census data revealed a total of 93,491 individuals across 112 avian species, including 62 globally threatened or near-threatened species, underscoring the park's significance as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA). This surge in waterfowl populations, particularly winter migratory birds, suggests positive ecological impacts. The study, conducted by Kumar and Alam (2023), analyzed data from 52 wetlands within the park, providing a snapshot of its rich avifauna diversity.

Kumar, A., & Alam, I. (2023). Increase of Waterfowl Abundance in Kaziranga National Park, India. Records of the Zoological Survey of India, 17–24. https://doi.org/10.26515/rzsi/v123/i1s/2023/172456