PUNE: A recent study by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and Yale University has identified 100 evolutionary distinct and globally endangered (EDGE) bird species from around the world, of which 15 are from India.
A statement issued by Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) recently said birds are considered a indicator of the good condition of the natural environment. The fact that a recent study by experts at Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and Yale University has identified 100 EDGE species shows that most habitats are under threat from unsustainable human activities.
The 15 Indian species on the EDGE list are Bengal Florican, Forest Owlet, Red-headed Vulture, Egyptian Vulture, Jerdon's Courser, Lesser Florican, Spoon-billed Sandpiper, Sociable Lapwing, Siberian Crane, Great Indian Bustard, Greater Adjutant, White-bellied Heron, Wood Snipe, Masked Finfoot and Christmas Island Frigatebird.
Of these, the BNHS has been conducting research and conservation activities for the first 12 species, directly or in partnership with other organizations.
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