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Headline: Kaziranga National Park Teems with Biodiversity, Surveys Reveal

Guwahati, November 7, 2025 – Recent surveys of the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam have revealed the area’s remarkable biodiversity, housing a significant portion of Northeast India’s amphibian, reptile, and freshwater fish species. The park, spanning 1,307.49 sq. km, is home to almost 40% of the 274 amphibian and reptile species and over 18% of the 422 freshwater fish species recorded in the region.

The surveys, conducted between July and September by Kaziranga officials in collaboration with scientists from the Wildlife Institute of India, identified 108 species of amphibians and reptiles, representing 39.41% of the herpetofauna found in Northeast India. The park’s wetlands also support 77 species of freshwater fish, exceeding 35% of Assam’s total fish diversity.

“The richness of native species of fish and herpetofauna indicates that Kaziranga provides a pristine habitat to wild fauna,” an official statement said, emphasizing the crucial role of this biodiversity in maintaining the ecosystem’s health.

Assam’s Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary released the survey reports on November 2nd. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma lauded the findings as a testament to the government’s sustained conservation efforts and the dedication of the Forest Department.

The surveys highlighted several species of conservation concern, including vulnerable species like Wallago attu and endangered Clarias magur. The herpetofauna recorded includes threatened species such as the king cobra and critically endangered turtles.

The report also underscores the importance of fish in maintaining the ecosystem and supporting other species, while cautioning against threats like climate change, siltation, hydrological changes, and unregulated fishing. It calls for continuous monitoring and enhanced conservation measures to protect Kaziranga’s invaluable biodiversity.

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