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Sign in to searchIndia's 100th Ramsar Site: Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal)
Context: The Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh has been designated as India's 100th Ramsar Site, marking an important milestone in the country's wetland conservation efforts.
Salient Points
The Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary is centered around Surha Tal, a large perennial oxbow lake located in the fertile Indo-Gangetic plains of eastern Uttar Pradesh. The wetland serves as an important habitat for resident and migratory birds, fish species, reptiles, and aquatic vegetation. It is a significant stopover and wintering ground for migratory birds travelling along the Central Asian Flyway. The Ramsar designation recognizes its ecological importance and strengthens conservation measures.
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India's 100th Ramsar Site recognized: Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Uttar Pradesh is a critical wetland habitat for migratory birds along the Central Asian Flyway.
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