New Ramsar Sites in Bihar: Nagi and Nakti Bird Sanctuaries
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| New Ramsar Sites in Bihar | - Two wetlands in Bihar,Nagi and Nakti bird sanctuaries, have been added to the global list of wetlands of international importance under theRamsar Convention.<br>- Total Ramsar sites in India now stand at82. |
| Location and Designation | - Located in Bihar'sJamui district.<br>- Both sanctuaries are built onhuman-made wetlandsprimarily for irrigation via theNakti Dam.<br>- Designated as Bird Sanctuaries in1984. |
| Biodiversity | - Home to over150 speciesof birds, mammals, fish, aquatic plants, reptiles, and amphibians.<br>- Habitat for globally threatened species like theIndian elephantand native catfish.<br>- Notable for large congregations ofred-crested pochardandbar-headed geese. |
| Key Statistics | - Asiatic Waterbird Census 2023reported:Nakti Bird Sanctuary:7,844 birds.Nagi Bird Sanctuary:6,938 birds.<br>- Nakti Bird Sanctuary:7,844 birds.<br>- Nagi Bird Sanctuary:6,938 birds. |
| Declaration | - Declared as Wetlands of International Importance onWorld Environment Day,5th June. |
| Red-Crested Pochard | - Scientific Name: Netta rufina.<br>- Habitat: Breeds in lowland marshes and lakes in southern Europe, Central Asia, and Mongolia; winters in the Indian Subcontinent and Africa.<br>- Conservation Status:IUCN Red List:Least Concern.CITES:Appendix II.<br>- IUCN Red List:Least Concern.<br>- CITES:Appendix II. |