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February 3, 2012

World Wetlands Day – “Wetlands and Tourism- A great experience”

Phobjikha, Bhutan – World Wetlands Day was observed on 2 February 2012 in Phobjikha-the largest wetland in Bhutan. The day marks the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on 2 February 1971 and ever since then, the day is observed to undertake activities focussed on increasing awareness on the benefits of wetlands, both locally and globally. WWF organised the event in collaboration with the Watershed Management Division, Department of Forest & Park Services, Ministry of Agriculture and Forests, and the Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN).

January 31, 2012

Crane count in Bhutan from 1992-1993 to 2011-2012 winter

On 16th January 2012 a simultaneous count of the Black-necked Crane was carried out throughout the winter habitats in Bhutan with support from the Department of Forests and Park Services of the respective areas. We are pleased to share the counts from 1992-1993 to 2011-2012 winter.

January 31, 2012

Research on White-bellied heron – Abstract

ABSTRACT The White-bellied Heron (Ardea insignis) is Critically Endangered species of herons that occur in Bhutan’s river system. Habitat degradation and increased disturbance by human actions […]

January 31, 2012

Research on White-bellied heron

wbh juvenile 2011

2011 was a banner year for research on the critically endangered White-bellied heron (Ardea insignis). The year saw two important studies on the White-bellied heron (WBH): RSPN’s WBH capitive breeding program and Mr. Jigme Dorji’s BSc. research on the WBH’s habitat, and people’s perception towards its protection. At the international level, the White-bellied heron was enlisted in the Guinness Book of World Records as the Rarest Heron.

January 18, 2012

The 8th National Assembly ratifies the Ramsar Convention

January 18, 2011 - The 8^th Session of the National Assembly of Bhutan ratified the Ramsar Convention today after 1 hour 30 minutes discussion. Thirty six out of thirty six members of parliament present during the session voted to ratify the 12 articles of the Ramsar Convention. The Agriculture and Forests Minister, Lyonpo (Dr.) Pema Gyamtsho said that the decision is only going to further benefit the country in its effort to conserve wetlands in Bhutan.

January 17, 2012

Black-necked Cranes in Bayling, Trashiyangtse

09 January 2012: Khabertse, Letogshing -More than 45 black-necked Cranes were seen feeding in wetland paddy field in the morning of 09.01.2012 at lower Bayling in Trashiyangtse. This area is a popular non-roosting feeding area for the BNCs in Trashiyangtse.