Bird census conducted on ‘World Birds Day’
Migratory birds from Siberia and other extremely cold regions in the north spend winters in the mild climate of Sindh. Photos: Express
Citizens actively participated in a bird census conducted across different areas of the city on Sunday. The findings of the census are scheduled to be unveiled on Wednesday, March 20.
Coinciding with World Birds Day celebrated annually on March 20, the Sindh Life Department's Chief Conservator, Javed Mehr, revealed that the bird census was carried out in various parts of the city. The census primarily aimed to document bird sightings, capturing videos, and taking photographs of encountered avian species.
The event saw enthusiastic involvement from wildlife photographers, university students, and social workers alike. Notably, the Indus sparrow, a bird indigenous to Sindh, typically thrives in tall grass areas along riverbanks and exhibits a penchant for dwelling near human settlements.
However, concerning declines in their population have been noted compared to previous years, attributed to various factors.
Published in The Express Tribune, March 18th, 2024