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India’s one more wetland, Gogabeel Lake in Katihar district of Bihar, has got a tag of international importance as a Ramsar site.
About Gogabeel Lake
- Location: It is a part of trans-Gangetic plains of land located in the state of Bihar.
- Gogabil lake is an ‘ox-bow’ type of wetland.
- It is flanked by the river Mahananda to the North-East and the river Ganga to the South.
- It was declared Bihar's first ‘Community Reserve’.
- Local cultural traditional festivals like Sirva, Adra , Chhat are observed in this wetland.
Flora and Fauna of Gogabeel Lake
- Flora: These natural landscapes consist of tropical dry deciduous forests.
- Fauna: It provides wintering habitat to several migratory bird species and species of global conservation significance.
- It is home to the Smooth Coated Otter (Lutrogale perspici lata) and Helicopter Catfish (Wa lago attu).
- It serves as a breeding ground for Vulnerable fish species Walago attu.
What is the Ramsar Convention?
- The Ramsar Convention was signed in 1971 is a landmark international treaty dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands.
- It aims to conserve and promote the wise use of wetlands through local, national, and international cooperation for sustainable development.
Source: TOI
Gogabeel Lake FAQs
Q1: What is the significance of Gogabeel Lake in Bihar?
Ans: It's Bihar's first community reserve.
Q2: What type of lake is Gogabeel?
Ans: Ox-bow lake
