Amur Falcons Tagged with Satellite Transmitters in Tamenglong, Manipur for Advanced Migration Study
In a significant step for avian conservation, authorities in Tamenglong district, Manipur, have released three Amur falcons fitted with satellite transmitters as part of a joint research initiative by the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) and the Manipur State Forest Department. This project aims to collect real-time migration data of this long-distance migratory raptor, which stops over in northeast India during its annual journey. Local forest officials and village communities are collaborating to support monitoring and protection efforts.
Three adult Amur falcons were captured under controlled, ethical conditions at known roosting sites in Tamenglong.
• Each bird was fitted with a lightweight satellite transmitter (suitably sized so as not to impair flight).
• The birds were given individual IDs, tracked and then released, to begin their migratory departure.
• Village authorities, forest officials and local youth clubs assisted in the handling, tagging and release, building a community-scientist partnership.
