TNPSC Thervupettagam

First Otter Census in UP

March 20 , 2019 1871 days 860 0
  • For the first time, Uttar Pradesh is taking a census of Otters in its protected areas (Pilibhit Tiger Reserve).
  • Otters are an important part of the forest ecosystem.
  • A healthy population of otters means the water bodies of the reserve are pollution-free.
  • Clean water bodies mean a healthy ecosystem of the forest.
  • Three species of otters are found in India.

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