Nepal-tagged vulture travels 600 km to India
Summary
A satellite-tagged White-rumped Vulture from Nepal has travelled about 600 km to Himachal Pradesh, India, where it was found sitting on a nest in the Pong area. Conservationists say the finding offers rare insight into the species’ long-distance movement and the need for cross-border protection efforts.
Key Points
- A satellite-tagged adult White-rumped Vulture moved from Shuklaphanta National Park in Nepal to Himachal Pradesh, India, covering about 600 km.
- The bird was recently recorded sitting on a nest in the Pong area, indicating breeding activity.
- Conservation experts say the movement highlights the need for coordinated Nepal-India conservation and monitoring efforts.
- The tagging was carried out by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation, Bird Conservation Nepal and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
