1. Mizoram Bird Census, CASC2024, successfully concludes fourth year.
2. Closing ceremony at Sailam Bird Sanctuary with over 50 attendees.
3. Sailam MLA Baryl Vanneihsangi attends as chief guest.
Aizawl, Feb 12: The Mizoram Bird Census, Chapchar Awllen Sava Chhiarpui 2024 (CASC2024), organized by Conservation Mizoram in collaboration with the Sailam Ecological Conservation Society, concluded successfully for the fourth consecutive year.
The closing ceremony, held at the Sailam Bird Sanctuary, saw the participation of over 50 attendees, with Sailam MLA Baryl Vanneihsangi as the chief guest.
The census documented approximately 200 bird species across Mizoram and included the launch of an awareness campaign on biodiversity conservation.
Bird counting commenced early in the morning and continued until noon, identifying notable species such as the Spot-breasted Laughingthrush, Grey Peacock Pheasant, Mount Victoria Babax, Chin Hills Wren Babbler, Green Cochoa, Himalayan Shrike Babbler, and Oriental Darter.
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Apart from the Sailam Bird Sanctuary, censuses were conducted at various locations including Mount Phawngpui, Mount Chalrang Hill, Kolasib district wetlands, Lawngtlai, and Pawlrang. The Sailam Bird Sanctuary, known for its rich biodiversity and previously documented over 270 bird species, faces threats from rapid urbanization and population growth.
Efforts to safeguard Mizoram’s unique biodiversity remain ongoing. Situated just 76 kilometers from Aizawl, Sailam serves as a significant habitat for diverse bird species, attracting ornithologists and researchers alike.
Additionally, the group’s involvement in the United Nations Environment Programme and the International Conference on Animal Sciences highlights Mizoram’s commitment to global conservation efforts.
