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đź“° Quick News Summary An Amur Falcon named Chiuluan 2, radio-tagged in Manipur’s Tamenglong district, has commenced its return journey to Siberia after spending 114 days in Southern Africa. This remarkable bird, tracked by the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), began its northward migration from Botswana on April 8, 2025, and has already traversed Zimbabwe…
Article Summary In a heartwarming turn of events for bird watchers and conservationists alike, the rare Yellow-breasted Bunting—once widely found across Eurasia but now critically endangered—has been spotted again at Loktak Lake in Manipur. The sighting of this vibrant, migratory bird offers a glimmer of hope for conservation efforts, signaling the resilience of nature and…
On January 16, 2025, the Central Forest Division, in collaboration with Wildlife Explorers, Manipur, conducted the Annual Migratory Bird Census at Lamphelpat in Imphal West. This initiative successfully documented over 30 species of migratory birds, highlighting the ecological significance of Manipur’s wetlands. A Closer Look at the Census The Significance of Lamphelpat Wetland Lamphelpat, known…
Summary of the Journey In an extraordinary feat of endurance, ‘Chiuluan2’, a satellite-tagged Amur falcon from Manipur’s Tamenglong district, has successfully completed its migration to South Africa. The bird embarked on this journey in November 2024, traversing vast distances, including a non-stop flight across the Arabian Sea, before arriving in the African Veldt, approximately 360…
In an exciting ecological breakthrough, the Tufted Pochard, considered the world’s rarest duck, has been spotted again at Loktak Lake in Manipur after an absence of almost 40 years. This migratory species, known for its distinctive plumage and migratory patterns, has reappeared during its winter sojourn, sparking celebrations among local wildlife conservationists. The bird’s return…
Summary The Amur Falcon, a migratory bird renowned for its epic journeys, has once again been radio-tagged in Manipur to track its migratory patterns. This conservation effort highlights the importance of understanding these birds’ routes as they travel from Siberia to Africa, with Manipur serving as a critical pit stop. The tagging is part of…
Summary The 9th Amur Falcon Festival in Tamenglong, Manipur, celebrates wildlife conservation and cultural heritage while promoting the protection of the Amur Falcon, a migratory bird vital to the ecosystem. Organized by the Tamenglong Forest Division and Rainforest Club Tamenglong, the festival raises awareness about the ecological and cultural significance of these birds. Through events…
In an exciting conservation breakthrough, the Manipur Forest Department recently released several Amur Falcons in the Chiuluan region after a successful capture and tagging operation. This initiative was part of an ongoing research program aimed at studying the migratory patterns of these birds. The operation, which took place on November 8, 2024, was not only…
Summary In a significant development for wildlife conservation, researchers are gearing up to tag satellite transmitters on Amur falcons in Manipur’s Tamenglong district. These migratory birds are known for their incredible journey from Siberia to Africa. This initiative aims to track their migratory patterns and understand the challenges they face along the way. By utilizing…