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Goa Becomes Second Indian State to Publish a Bird Atlas
- 10 Feb 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Goa has become the second Indian state to publish its own comprehensive state-level bird atlas, marking a major step in avian documentation and biodiversity conservation.
Key Points:
- State: The Bird Atlas of Goa was released in the coastal state of Goa making it the second Indian state.
- Kerala was the first Indian state to publish a state-level bird atlas.
- Launch: The atlas was unveiled during the ninth Bird Festival of Goa, highlighting the state’s emphasis on biodiversity awareness and community participation.
- Purpose: The bird atlas provides a systematic and spatial mapping of bird species and their distribution across Goa.
- It is expected to support long-term ecological monitoring, scientific research, and conservation planning.
- Methodology: The atlas was developed through citizen science collaboration involving ornithologists, researchers, birdwatchers, and volunteers who contributed field observations and data.
- Significance:
- It fills critical gaps in avian biodiversity data at the state level.
- It will assist policymakers and conservationists in designing informed strategies for habitat protection and species management.
- The project promotes greater public engagement in wildlife conservation.
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