Millions of birds face threats on 9,000-km Central Asian Flyway; wetland destruction looms
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Why in news
The threat to the Central Asian Flyway (CAF) due to wetland destruction highlights the need for international cooperation in migratory bird conservation.
Background
The Central Asian Flyway (CAF) is a 9,000-km route spanning from Siberia to South Asia. It supports over 600 species, including the Siberian crane and bar-headed geese, and relies on high-altitude lakes and coastal estuaries.
Facts for Prelims
- EnvironmentSiberian crane and bar-headed geese are key species of the Central Asian Flyway.
- Intl. orgConvention on Migratory Species (CMS) is the primary international framework for protecting migratory species.
- FactThe Central Asian Flyway covers a distance of approximately 9,000 km.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the ecological significance of migratory flyways and the challenges posed by habitat loss and climate change to avian biodiversity.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- transboundary conservation challenges
- impact of wetland degradation
- role of international treaties (CMS)
- community-based conservation
Keywords: biodiversity conservation · transboundary cooperation · habitat fragmentation · migratory corridors · ecosystem services
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