What makes Kaziranga National Park a biodiversity hotspot?

Kaziranga National Park in Assam is a biodiversity hotspot, housing 40% of Northeast India's amphibian and reptile species and over 18% of the region's freshwater fish diversity.

What threatened species are found in Kaziranga National Park?

Kaziranga is home to several threatened species, including the king cobra, Assam roofed turtle, and the critically endangered Nilssonia nigricans.

How does Kaziranga's biodiversity contribute to the ecosystem?

The diversity of amphibians, reptiles, and freshwater fish in Kaziranga plays a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance, serving as key indicators of the park's pristine habitat.

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Kaziranga National Park Safeguards 40% of Northeast India's Amphibians and Reptiles

7 Nov, 2025

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Kaziranga National Park houses 40% of Northeast India's amphibian and reptile species
The park supports over 18% of the region's freshwater fish diversity
Surveys document threatened species like king cobra and Assam roofed turtle

Kaziranga National Park Safeguards 40% of Northeast India's Amphibians and Reptiles

According to surveys conducted in July-September 2025, Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam is home to a remarkable diversity of wildlife. The 1,307.49 sq. km park houses almost 40% of the 274 species of amphibians and reptiles found across Northeast India, as well as more than 18% of the 422 species of freshwater fish recorded in the region.