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Meet Black-Necked Crane: The rare and majestic bird of the Himalayas

The black-necked crane, a rare and graceful bird of the Himalaya, is admired for its striking beauty, cultural significance and fragile existence in high-altitude wetlands, where it continues to inspire conservation.

Over 92,000 migratory birds of 85 species flock to Himachal Pradesh's vibrant wetlands

Discover the vibrant wildlife of Pong Dam wetlands in Himachal Pradesh, a haven for migratory and native birds, and a growing eco-tourism destination.

Rare marbled duck returns to Delhi-NCR after 30 years

Rare duck species spotted at Sultanpur National Park! The marbled duck made a surprise appearance, highlighting the park's importance for migratory birds.

22 migratory birds that winter in Kashmir, and where to spot them

Every year, 5-12 lakh migratory birds are seen in Hokersar, Hygam, Prichal, Shallabugh, Chatlam, Fashkoori, Manibugh, Krenchoo, Wular and Dal – lakes and protected wetlands where they feed and breed.

Why Namami Gange’s success lies in wetland conservation

The Gangetic wetlands are the largest riverine wetland system in India, unfortunately, despite their multiple benefits, they are under tremendous stress. Budget 2023's Amrit Dharohar scheme encourages locals to remain stakeholders in conserving wetlands.

COP27 | How India’s green goals are threatening its bird population

Renewable energy projects in the country have already impacted populations of the Great Indian Bustard, Lesser Florican, flamingos and Gyps vultures, among other species.

Migrating white Pelicans served food on Israeli reservoirs to protect fish farms

Thousands of pelicans on their exhausting journey south this autumn are on the hunt for food, and authorities in Israel have set up pelican-friendly reservoirs to protect commercial fisheries.

Wildlife officials feed birds in freezing Kashmir

The cackles and cries of hundreds of thousands of birds that visit Kashmir during their winter migration have long been a welcome noise for the region’s inhabitants. They arrive from as far away as eastern Europe, Japan and Turkey to feed and breed in the wetlands nestled between the region’s mountain peaks and plateaus.

No links between coronavirus, migratory birds; let's not create fear psychosis: Prakash Javadekar

Speaking ahead of the 13th Conference of Parties (COP) of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) of wild animals, to be held next week in Gujarat, Javadekar said there was no relation between migratory birds and the virus.

The return of Gangtok's swallows

For bird lovers here one swallow indeed makes a summer! After several years the migratory birds have been seen again in large numbers in Sikkim''s capital city, returning to nest and hatch their eggs.