The Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) is a part of the International Waterbird Census (IWC) initiative, which aims to collect uniform data on waterbird diversity and habitat conditions globally. The census is conducted every year with the help of volunteers and collaborators. The AWC in 2024, which took place from January 6 to January 21, covered wetlands throughout India, with the participation of numerous birdwatchers and wetland enthusiasts. This event highlights the importance of citizen science in the conservation and management of wetlands.
To raise awareness about the status and trends of waterbirds in India among government stakeholders, knowledge institutions, and citizens, field-level data will be collected, processed, and summarized in a report. Press coverage from different states across India can be found below:
Andhra Pradesh
Chandigarh
Delhi NCR
Gujarat
Jammu and Kashmir
Asian Water bird Census 2024 launched – JK MONITOR
Asian Waterbird Census Launched to Gauge Health of Wetlands – Kashmir Observer
Wular Conservation & Management Authority launches Asian Water Bird census 2024 – Greater Kashmir
Asian water bird census launched for J&K wetlands : The Tribune India
Kerala
Wayanad wetland survey unveils avian diversity – The Hindu
Asian Waterbird Census records 5,412 birds of 70 species in Thiruvananthapuram – The Hindu
Census records a 65% increase in waterbird count in Thiruvananthapuram – The Hindu
Survey: Waterbird Numbers In Kochi Wetlands Dwindling | Kochi News – Times of India (indiatimes.com)
Waterbird survey hints at decline in number of migratory ducks – The Hindu
Asian Waterbird Census records 11,470 birds of 83 species in Kollam – The Hindu
Water bird count throws up mixed results in Ernakulam – The Hindu
Maharashtra
Wings Over Ujani: Annual Asian Waterbird Census 2024 Takes Flight at Reservoir Sanctuary – PUNE.NEWS
Meghalaya
Press Releases | Meghalaya Government Portal
13 Species Of Waterbirds Spotted In Meghalaya | Shillong News – Times of India (indiatimes.com)
Shillong
Umiam wetland home to 155 waterbird species, says census – The Shillong Times
Telangana
40 aquatic bird species identified at Kawal reserve during census (newindianexpress.com)
Uttar Pradesh
Fewer migratory birds this year at Ramsar site Soor Sarovar in Agra – Daijiworld.com
Decline in migratory birds at Mathura wetland – Hindustan Times
Uttarakhand
