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Wainganga Riverfront Teems with Birdlife
23 Aug
Summary
- 48 bird species and 31 nests were recorded during the walk.
- Invasive plants like water hyacinth are impacting wetlands.
- Habitat management is crucial for eco-tourism.
A recent bird walk along the Wainganga riverfront in Bhandara revealed a rich avian population, with observers cataloging 48 distinct bird species and 31 nests belonging to three species. The survey, conducted by Save Ecosystem and Tiger (SEAT) on Saturday, spanned areas from the Officers' Club to Ring Road, including the Wainganga Water Tourism Area and Ganeshpur cremation ground.
Participants documented a variety of waterbirds and other species across wetlands, riverbanks, grasslands, scrubland, and agricultural fields. Despite the biodiversity noted, concerns were raised about the proliferation of invasive plants, specifically water hyacinth and Ipomoea, which are negatively affecting the wetland ecosystems.
Honorary Wildlife Warden Shahid Khan emphasized the Wainganga riverfront's significance as a biodiversity hotspot. He called for scientific habitat management and the systematic removal of invasive flora to protect the area while developing it as a sustainable nature-tourism destination.
