Srinagar, Feb. 19 -- The Department of Wildlife Protection, in collaboration with the Wular Conservation and Management Authority (WUCMA), is set to conduct the Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) 2025 on February 19.

This annual initiative plays a crucial role in estimating the population of migratory birds visiting Kashmir's wetlands and assessing the ecological health of these vital habitats.

Ahead of the census, an orientation program was conducted Today at IMPA, where volunteers received specialized training in bird identification, population estimation techniques, and data collection methods.

The session saw participation from scholars from SKUAST, students from various colleges, and members of prominent NGOs such as the WildlifeConserv...