Punjab’s flood-affected ecosystems under spotlight in ambitious biodiversity survey

Punjab’s flood-affected ecosystems under spotlight in ambitious biodiversity survey

A comprehensive biodiversity survey is underway in Punjab, covering the province’s wildlife, flora, and fauna under the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) National Survey Programme. After completing assessments of terrestrial and aquatic reptiles, experts say that nearly 90 percent of the flora survey has also been finalized, while the migratory bird census is expected to begin on October 2. However, biologists warn that the…