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Rare Bird Sighted in India After Century!
4 Jan
Summary
- A rare striated grassbird was sighted in India after a 100-year absence.
- The bird was found in Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary, outside its typical range.
- This sighting marks the southernmost documentation of the species in India.
A remarkable avian rediscovery has occurred in India, with a rare striated grassbird sighted in the Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary. This marks the first confirmed sighting of the species in over a century, with its last documented presence in the region dating back to 1923. The bird was observed outside its typical range, and this sighting represents the southernmost documentation of the striated grassbird in India.
The discovery was made during a recent two-day citizen science survey held between November 29-30. Ornithologists Raju Kasambe and Mangesh Balapure spotted two of these elusive birds near the Pranhita River. This event also brought attention to other threatened riverine birds within the sanctuary, including the oriental darter, river lapwing, and black-headed ibis.
The Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary, spanning over 50 square miles, is a vital habitat for diverse wildlife. The successful citizen science survey, the first of its kind in the sanctuary, underscores the need for more regular surveys to monitor the region's rich avifaunal diversity and the broader health of its ecosystems.
