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Grassland Birds Census – Kaziranga
July 21 , 2025
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- The first-ever grassland birds census was conducted in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) in Assam.
- It recorded 43 grassland species across Kaziranga’s three wildlife divisions.
- They included the critically endangered Bengal florican, the endangered Finn’s weaver, and the swamp grass babbler.
- Among the remaining 40 species, six were in the vulnerable category — the black-breasted parrotbill, marsh babbler, swamp francolin, Jerdon’s babbler, slender-billed babbler, and bristled grassbird.
- A highlight of this survey is that the Finn’s weaver, locally known as tukura chorai, is breeding successfully.
- This remarkable bird, a master nest-builder atop trees, is a very vital indicator of grassland health.
- The 1,174 sq. km Kaziranga is a mix of grasslands, forestlands, and wetlands.
- Maharashtra, Gujarat, and West Bengal are among the richest in terms of grassland bird diversity in India.
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