India checks extinction risks of 1,211 bird species in nationwide assessment

India has officially launched a comprehensive Red List assessment covering 1,211 regularly occurring bird species nationwide.
Preliminary evaluations have already been completed for over 100 species as part of the ongoing review.
The exercise is done to evaluate extinction risks, protect habitats, and guide national wildlife conservation strategies.
The preliminary phase is targeted for completion by late 2026, with final assessments due by late 2027.

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