Source: IE
Context: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to provide a detailed status report within four weeks regarding the notification of the Dhanauri Wetland, near the Jewar airport, as a wetland.
About Dhanauri Wetland:
- Location: Situated in Dhanauri village near Dankaur in Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh.
- River Association: Though primarily a standalone wetland, it forms part of the Yamuna River basin ecosystem.
- Features and Uniqueness:
- Home to 217 bird species, including 150 Sarus Cranes, the state bird of Uttar Pradesh.
- Recognized as an Important Bird Area (IBA) by BirdLife International.
- During peak migratory seasons (November-March), it hosts up to 50,000 waterfowl.
- Documented by the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) for its ecological significance.
About Ramsar Sites:
- What is a Ramsar Site?
- A Ramsar Site is a wetland designated for international importance under the Ramsar Convention of 1971, a global treaty for wetland conservation and sustainable use.
- Wetlands chosen as Ramsar sites meet criteria based on their ecological, biodiversity, or cultural significance.
- Who Declares Wetlands?
- State Governments notify wetlands under their jurisdiction for conservation measures.
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