New bird species spotted in Janakpur
Summary
The Collared Kingfisher has been recorded in Nepal for the first time in farmland areas of Janakpurdham in Dhanusha district. The sighting raises Nepal’s bird count to 904 species and is considered a rare record for the landlocked country.
Key Points
- The Collared Kingfisher was recorded for the first time in Nepal in Janakpurdham Sub-Metropolitan City-12, Dhanusha.
- Anil Mandal photographed the bird during a birdwatching session and sent the record to the Nepal Bird Record Committee for confirmation.
- The Nepalese Ornithological Union said the committee verified the sighting after consulting national and international ornithologists.
- The new record brings Nepal’s total bird species count to 904.
