Preserving Arunachal Pradesh's natural environment is crucial for several compelling reasons. The state's remarkable biodiversity, marked by lush forests and clean rivers, supports a diverse array of rare flora and fauna. Continuous discoveries of new species underline its significance as a vital ecological hotspot.
The importance of preserving this environment lies in maintaining a stable ecological balance. Biodiversity sustains ecosystems by facilitating interactions that support life. Taking action now can ensure the survival of these species and the overall health of the environment.
Beyond ecological stability, Arunachal Pradesh's healthy environment provides ecosystem benefits, serving as carbon sinks that mitigate climate change. It also prevents soil erosion, habitat loss, and natural disasters. Moreover, the region's natural beauty holds immense cultural value for indigenous communities whose traditions are closely linked to the environment. The state's indigenous populations rely on forests and rivers for livelihoods and spiritual well-being. Preserving the environment is thus integral to respecting and safeguarding their cultural heritage for future generations.
Additionally, Arunachal Pradesh's rich biodiversity offers potential for ecotourism. Sustainable practices can enhance local economies, promote environmental awareness, and contribute to conservation efforts. To address environmental challenges, initiatives like the 'Airgun Surrender Abhiyan' have been launched, encouraging residents to surrender firearms to combat illegal hunting and poaching.
Your feedback on maintaining a stable ecology and effective preservation measures is invaluable. Join us in ensuring a sustainable and vibrant future for Arunachal Pradesh's natural wonders.
Sakthivel 1 year 2 months ago
Then this place was known as North East Frontier Agency (NEFA). In 1914 there was a treaty, called Shimla treaty, between China, Tibet and British rulers, under which the Tibetans and Chinese recognized the boundary between Tibet and NEFA.
Sakthivel 1 year 2 months ago
Brahmaputra, upto the foothills, was inhabited by the people who were advanced politically, culturally and in various other aspects. Modern History, in Arunachal Pradesh, begins with the inception of British rule in Assam after the treaty of Yandaboo concluded on the 24th February 1826. British made their way into the region and by 1838 had established a semblance of their rule here
Sakthivel 1 year 2 months ago
According to Indian mythology this region was known as ancient Vidarbha. The existence of this area was mentioned in Puran. The historical records are available from 16th Century onwards, when Ahom kings started ruling over Assam. The historical evidence indicates that not only was the area well known, but also the people living here had close relations with the rest of the country. From the extensive ruins it can be presumed that the whole of the north bank of river Brahmaputra, upto the foothi
Sakthivel 1 year 2 months ago
Arunachal Pradesh has a vast reserve of mineral oils and gas. This state has also coal reserves. Coal is explored from Namchik-Namphuk mines in Tirap district. Besides coal oil and gas there is a huge reserve of dolomite, limestone, graphite, marble, lead and zinc etc.
Sakthivel 1 year 2 months ago
Pakke Tiger Reserve, is a Project Tiger reserve in the East Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh in Northeast India. The 862 km2 (333 sq mi) reserve is protected by the Department of Environment and Forest of Arunachal Pradesh. It was known as Pakhui Tiger Reserve, but renamed in April 2001 by the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh. It has won India Biodiversity Award 2016 in the category of 'Conservation of threatened species' for its Hornbill Nest Adoption Programme.
Sakthivel 1 year 3 months ago
BODY MASS:Male 738 g,female 624 g (Kemp 1995)
HABITAT:Forest edge, open moist deciduous and evergreen forests, reverie forests, secondary logged forests and even gardens and agricultural fields
MAJOR DIET:Mixed diet but largely frugivorous. Fruits of secondary forest s species, lianas and of laurnceae, Meliaceae, Myristicaceae and Annonaceae and figs (Moraceae) as well as insects, crabs, small vertebrates.
BREEDING HABITS AND BREEDING SEASON IN ARUNACHAL PRADESH:Monogamous,sometimes territori
Sakthivel 1 year 3 months ago
DISTRIBUTION: South Nepal, South Bhutan, north Bangladesh, northern and north-east India, Myanmar, Mergui Archipelago, South China, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and parts of Thailand, north-east penisular Malasia. Possibly overlaps with Malabar Pied hornbill (A. coronatus) in south Bihar, and hill forest of Orissa and West Bengal, no known hybrids.
Sakthivel 1 year 3 months ago
ORIENTAL PIED HORNBILL (Anthracoceros albirostris) ( also known as Indian Pied hornbill, earlier wrongly named as Anthracoceros malabaricus) – two ubspecies, the subspecies in India sa A.a. albirostris.
Sakthivel 1 year 3 months ago
THREATS IN ARUNACHLA PRADESH AND ASSAM: Extensive habitat loss/modification (especially in Upper Assam and Tirap district) with a naturally restricted and localized range in India, hunting occurs (by Tangsas and Wangchos) but much less thatn other hornbill species. Probably the most threatened of the species in north-east India, in terms of total population in India, since it has restricted distribution and most of its lowland habitat in Assam has been destroyed. Most commonly sighted n Namdapha
Sakthivel 1 year 3 months ago
BREEDING HABITS AND BREEDING SEASON IN ARUNACHAL PRADESH: Monogamous, territorial, co-operative breeder, April to July/August.
GLOBAL CONSERVATION STATUS: Lower risk/near threatened (IUCN 1990)