GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Wildlife Division conducted the Asian Water Bird Census 2025 at Deepor Beel, Assam's only Ramsar site, on the morning of January 9. The survey recorded 12,245 individual birds spanning 105 species.
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The census employed the Visual Encounter Survey methodology and saw participation from bird experts, student volunteers, members of NGOs, and officials from the Assam Forest Department. Among the other participants was Anwaruddin Choudhury, a retired IAS officer and ornithologist. P. Monica
Kishore, IFS, the Divisional Forest Officer of the Guwahati Wildlife Division, expressed her gratitude to all the volunteers and participants for their dedication.
Deepor Beel, a crucial wetland ecosystem, plays a significant role in supporting local biodiversity. The Asian Waterbird Census is part of an international initiative to monitor waterbird populations and the health of wetlands across Asia.