27th January 2025 (11 Topics)

Copy

1 Jan

2 Jan

3 Jan

4 Jan

6 Jan

7 Jan

8 Jan

9 Jan

10 Jan

11 Jan

13 Jan

14 Jan

15 Jan

16 Jan

17 Jan

18 Jan

20 Jan

21 Jan

22 Jan

23 Jan

24 Jan

25 Jan

27 Jan

28 Jan

29 Jan

30 Jan

31 Jan

7.Sundarban Bird Festival 2025

Context

The third Sundarban Bird Festival was held from January 22 to January 26, 2025.

Key Highlights:

Bird Species Count: A total of 154 bird species were recorded, with 51 migratory species and 103 resident species.
- 12 threatened bird species were also spotted, including rare species like the Eurasian Curlew and Brown-winged Kingfisher.
Participation: 40 birders from 6 teams spotted a total of 31,926 birds during the festival.
Key Areas: Birdwatching was done across various areas, with notable species counts in:
- Matla Forests: 108 species
- Kalas: 95 species
- Sajnekhali: 64 species (lowest count)
- Core Area of Sundarban Tiger Reserve: 100 species
- Buffer Zone: 90 species
- Outside Protected Areas: 129 species
Types of Birds Recorded:
- 45 species of waders, mudflat, and shore birds
- 8 species of raptors
- 91 species of forest birds
- 3 species of waterfowls
- 7 species of other birds

Sundarban Forest

The Sundarban forest spans 4,000 sq. km and is known for having the largest population of Royal Bengal tigers.
The Sundarbans is a mangrove forest, a unique habitat for both wildlife and migratory birds, offering rich biodiversity.
The Sundarbans mangrove forest is situated at the delta of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, along the Bay of Bengal.
Spanning over 140,000 hectares, it is one of the largest mangrove forests in the world.
Ecological Significance: The region features a complex network of tidal waterways, mudflats, and salt-tolerant mangrove forests, showcasing ongoing ecological processes.
Biodiversity: Known for its rich fauna, the Sundarbans is home to 260 bird species, Bengal tigers, estuarine crocodiles, and Indian pythons, with many of these species being threatened.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: The area is adjacent to the Sundarbans World Heritage Site, which was inscribed in 1987.
Sundarban Bird Festival is an annual event held in the Sundarban Tiger Reserve to promote avifauna conservation and showcase the rich bird biodiversity of the region.
- The festival focuses on documenting migratory and resident bird species, drawing attention to the importance of preserving habitats like the Sundarbans, which is home to several threatened and endemic species.

Genocide and the world’s averted gaze

History World History

An enduring commitment to the Indo-Pacific

International Relations Miscellaneous

Our tax system retards growth. It’s time for an overhaul

Economy Trade and Commerce

The Role of the Governor as Chancellor of State Universities

Polity & Governance Governance

India’s 76th Republic Day Parade (2024)

National Miscellaneous

DRDO Tableau

Science & Technology Defence

MULE, Robotic Dog

Science & Technology Defence

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)

Science & Technology General Science (Issues related to health)

Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CPA)

Science & Technology General Science (Issues related to health)

ISRO's 100th Launch: NVS-02 Satellite

Science & Technology Satellites and Launch Vehicles

GS Analyst: Daily Current Affairs

27th January 2025 (11 Topics)

Copy

7.Sundarban Bird Festival 2025

Key Highlights:

Sundarban Forest

Still Have Questions?

GS Analyst: Daily Current Affairs

7.Sundarban Bird Festival 2025

Key Highlights:

Sundarban Forest

Still Have Questions?

User Login

User Register

Forgot Password

Verify Your Mobile Number