Egyptian vultures making a comeback
Summary
The endangered Egyptian vulture is showing signs of recovery in Sudurpaschim Province, with more birds and nests being recorded in Kailali, Kanchanpur, Bajhang and Dadeldhura. Community conservation efforts and a ban on harmful pesticides have helped boost breeding success in the region.
Key Points
- The endangered Egyptian vulture population is recovering in Sudurpaschim Province, with sightings increasing across several districts.
- Recent monitoring found 156 vulture nests in the province, up from 152 last year.
- Shuklaphanta National Park recorded 125 active nests, including 122 Egyptian vulture nests, with 83 per cent breeding success.
- Community-level conservation measures and the ban on harmful pesticides such as diclofenac have supported the comeback.
