T. Jobiraj
T. Jobiraj
Waterbirds, indicators of wetland health
Posted on 10 Nov, 2023 07:57 PMWetlands are unique, complex and sensitive habitats that form a connection between terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems and provide a range of ecosystem services to humans. They are equally crucial for the survival of birds and provide critical foraging, roosting, nesting, chick-rearing, moulting, stop-over and wintering habitat for migratory and resident waterbirds.
![Common Kingfisher in a wetland (Image Source: J M Garg via Wikimedia Commons)](/sites/default/files/styles/featured_articles/public/2023-11/Common%20KIngfisher.jpg?itok=kwYmeypC)