Tirupati’s ‘Garuda Atlas’ records 55,000 birds, 274 species
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Why in news
IISER Tirupati, in partnership with the Tirupati Nature Society and Andhra Pradesh Forest Department, concluded the fifth edition of the Garuda Atlas, documenting 55,000 birds across 274 species.
Background
The survey recorded the first sighting of the Indian Yellow Tit in the Tirupati region. Other notable species documented include the Shaheen Falcon, Yellow-throated Bulbul, Red-necked Falcon, Slaty-breasted Rail, and Black eagle.
Facts for Prelims
- EnvironmentIndian Yellow Tit: First recorded in the Tirupati region via the Garuda Atlas.
- FactGaruda Atlas (5th Edition): Documented over 55,000 birds across 274 species.
- BodyIISER Tirupati: Led the bird-mapping exercise in partnership with TNS and AP Forest Department.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of community-led biodiversity mapping and citizen science in monitoring ecological health and protecting avian diversity in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integration: Combining academic research with local NGO and state forest department data for real-time monitoring
- Conservation priority: Identifying and protecting niche species like the Indian Yellow Tit in fragmented landscapes
Keywords: Biodiversity Mapping · Citizen Science · Ecological Health · Avian Conservation · In-situ Monitoring
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