Goa Becomes Second Indian State to Publish a Bird Atlas | 10 Feb 2026

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.