About Corbett Tiger Reserve

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Key findings of the Survey:

As per the report, two species, namely white-rumped vulture and red-headed vulture, considered critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) list, have been documented in the survey,
Two endangered species — Pallas’s fish-eagle, Egyptian vulture were also counted by the researchers in the survey.
Four vulnerable bird species — great hornbill, great slaty woodpecker, grey-crowned prinia and river tern — have also been counted in the survey.

About Corbett Tiger Reserve

It is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand which encompasses the Patli Dun valley.
The Ramganga, Sonanadi, Palain and Mandal, and Kosi rivers form the prominent hydrological resource for the Corbett.
The core area of the reserve contains the Corbett National Park and the Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary is part of its buffer area.
Flora: The trees which contribute to the Flora of Corbett consist of evergreen Sal and its combined trees, the Sheesham, and the Kanju found extensively on the ridges.
Fauna: Tiger, Leopard, Elephant, Hog deer, spotted deer, Samber etc.

Q1) What is the International Union for Conservation of Nature?

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is a global organization dedicated to conserving nature and promoting sustainable use of natural resources. It is widely recognized as a leading authority on the status of species and ecosystems, and it plays a crucial role in setting conservation priorities and advocating for environmental protection.

Source: Two critically endangered, four vulnerable, and two endangered species found during bird survey at Corbett Tiger Reserve in Nainital