Kaziranga Records Over 105,000 Waterbirds Including Rare Eurasian Diving Duck

The 7th Kaziranga Waterbird Estimation recorded 105,540 birds across 107 species in Assam's Kaziranga-Laokhowa-Burhachapori floodplain, reaffirming the area as a key wintering site within the Central Asian Flyway. Notable species include Bar-headed Geese, Greylag Geese, Gadwall, and several globally threatened birds. A rare sighting of the Eurasian diving duck 'Smew' was documented for the first time, highlighting wetland health amid climate concerns. The census underscores the ecological importance of Kaziranga's wetlands and ongoing conservation efforts.