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Indian Peafowl Newly Recorded in Assam’s Orang Tiger Reserve
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🗓 28 Sep 2026, 04:33 PM
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The Indian peafowl has been officially documented in Assam’s Orang Tiger Reserve, marking the first record of the species in the protected area. This finding highlights the reserve’s biodiversity.
The Indian peafowl, commonly known as the peacock, has been officially recorded in Assam’s Orang Tiger Reserve following a routine wildlife survey.
The Orang Tiger Reserve, situated in western Assam, is renowned for its diverse flora and fauna, but this marks the first documented presence of the peafowl within its boundaries.
The discovery adds to the ecological richness of the reserve and may prompt further research into the species’ habitat use and conservation status.
Wildlife officials plan to monitor the peafowl population closely and explore measures to support its continued presence in the reserve’s ecosystem.
The Orang Tiger Reserve, situated in western Assam, is renowned for its diverse flora and fauna, but this marks the first documented presence of the peafowl within its boundaries.
The discovery adds to the ecological richness of the reserve and may prompt further research into the species’ habitat use and conservation status.
Wildlife officials plan to monitor the peafowl population closely and explore measures to support its continued presence in the reserve’s ecosystem.