India's Biodiversity Triumph: 104561 Fauna Species Checklist

India has become the first country to compile a complete fauna checklist, with 104,561 species documented across 36 phyla. The checklist, launched by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, includes 121 checklists of all known taxa and covers endemic, threatened, and scheduled species.

Comprehensive Fauna Checklist Achievement

India becomes the first country to compile a complete fauna checklist
104,561 species documented, covering 36 phyla
Launched by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav on ZSI's 109th Foundation Day
Fauna of India Checklist Portal now accessible to public
Includes 121 checklists of all known taxa
Covers endemic, threatened, and scheduled species
Valuable resource for taxonomists, researchers, and policymakers

Animal Taxonomy Summit 2024

Second edition organized by Zoological Survey of India in Kolkata
350 delegates from four countries participating
Natural History Museum, London representatives present
Three main themes: Taxonomy, Systematics and Evolution; Ecology and Animal Behavior; Biodiversity and Conservation
21 plenary/lead lectures by eminent speakers
142 oral/poster presentations scheduled
Recommendations to be forwarded to Government of India for biodiversity conservation

Key Publications and Initiatives

Release of 'Animal Discoveries 2023': 641 new animal species and records
'Plant Discoveries 2023' by Botanical Survey of India: 339 new plant species and records
Launch of 'Fauna of India–109 barcodes'
First-ever 'Barcode Atlas of Indian Fishes' released
'ROAR - Celebrating 50 years of Project Tiger' book unveiled
International Society of Zoology (ISZ) established to enhance global biodiversity understanding

Government's Commitment to Biodiversity

'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign participation with children and mothers
Emphasis on PM Modi's vision for nature conservation
Mention of Mission LIFE for sustainable consumption and conservation
Highlight of International Big Cat Alliance and cheetah relocation project
Stress on recycling economy and returning resources to nature

India strengthens its position as a leader in conservation efforts and sets a new benchmark for global biodiversity documentation. A strong foundation for future conservation efforts and policy decisions is laid by the extensive fauna checklist and related initiatives, which also contribute to scientific knowledge.

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