A team of over 70 experts hailing from 10 different states is gearing up to conduct a comprehensive bird survey in the Kanger Valley National Park, Chhattisgarh, from February 25 to 27. This initiative follows last year’s eye-opening survey, which unveiled the park’s significance as a thriving avian habitat, revealed the park’s director, Dhammshil Ganvir.
Of particular interest is the Bastar Hill Mynah, the state bird of Chhattisgarh, which has been spotted in over 15 villages neighboring the national park. The park, spanning 200 square kilometers and adorned with sal trees, is renowned for its natural allure, biodiversity, and geological wonders such as the Tirathgarh waterfall and Kutumsar limestone caves.
Ganvir emphasized that the park’s allure extends beyond its boundaries, as it shelters bird species from the Western Ghats and the eastern Himalayas of India. The upcoming survey aims to identify and understand more bird species within the park, contributing to their conservation and enriching the experience for eco-tourists and bird enthusiasts alike.
The collaborative effort, in partnership with Bird Count India and the Wildlife of Chhattisgarh, will bring together experts, researchers, and volunteers from West Bengal, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh. Furthermore, the Mynah Mitra Scheme, involving local youth and village members, and the support from the eco development committee, highlight the community’s active role in avian conservation within the park.
