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Gujarat to Conduct India’s First Coastal and Wader Bird Census

Gujarat is set to conduct India's first-ever census of coastal and wader birds at the Marine National Park and Sanctuary in Jamnagar.

Here's a simple explanation:

What is the census about? It's a count of coastal and wader birds in a specific area to learn more about their numbers and where they live.

Where will it take place? At the Marine National Park and Sanctuary in Jamnagar, Gujarat.

When will it happen? From January 3 to 5, 2025.

Who is involved?

  • Gujarat Forest Department: The state government agency responsible for forests and wildlife.

  • Bird Conservation Society of Gujarat (BCSG): An organization dedicated to bird conservation.

  • Bird enthusiasts, experts, and researchers from across India.

What is the Marine National Park?

  • India’s first marine national park.

  • Located in the Gulf of Kutch.

  • Covers about 170 km of coastline and includes 42 islands.

  • Established to protect marine life and mangrove forests.

  • Unique feature: Visitors can walk on the seabed during low tide.

What are wader birds? Birds that live near water and often wade in shallow areas to find food.

Why is Jamnagar important for birds?

  • It has a high diversity of birds, with over 300 species (both local and migratory).

  • Over 50 of these species are wader birds.

  • It is home to rare species like the Crab Plover (Shankhlo) and the Great Knot (Moto Kichadiyo).

What is the Central Asian Flyway? It's a major migratory route for birds, stretching from the Arctic to the Indian Ocean. The Marine National Park is part of this flyway. It is an important breeding and wintering ground for many bird species.

What is the BCSG? The Bird Conservation Society of Gujarat, an organization that has been working for over 25 years to protect birds.

What other conservation efforts are happening in Gujarat?

  • The Forest Department regularly counts bird populations to collect data.

  • They identify new habitats and track population sizes.

  • They study bird migration patterns to manage habitats effectively.

In simple terms: Gujarat is going to conduct the first official count of water birds along its coast. This will happen at a special protected area called the Marine National Park in Jamnagar. This area is very important for birds, especially migratory birds that travel along the Central Asian Flyway. The count will help scientists and conservationists learn more about these birds and how to protect them

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