Over 1.05 Lakh Waterbirds Recorded in Kaziranga Floodplains

The 7th Kaziranga Waterbird Estimation recorded 1,05,540 birds from 107 species across the Kaziranga–Laokhowa–Burhachapori floodplain complex last winter. Migratory geese formed a major share, with over 25,000 Bar-headed and Greylag Geese counted.

The survey documented high numbers of ducks and marsh birds and reaffirmed the area as a key wintering site in the Brahmaputra valley and an important part of the Central Asian Flyway.

Endangered and vulnerable species, including Greater Adjutant, Lesser Adjutant, Ferruginous Pochard and Oriental Darter, were also recorded. Key wetlands like Rowmari Beel and Donduwa Beel emerged as major congregation zones.