Research Article | Published: 01 June 2016

Grasslands and migratory birds of the Himalayan region

Chandra  Prakash  Kala

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 39 | Issue: 2 | Page No. 97-100 | 2016
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2016-CV9806 | Cite this article

Abstract

The Himalayan grasslands from sub-tropical to temperate, alpine and steppe have been exploited historically by humans for multiple uses including grazing lands for livestock. Besides domestic and wild animals, a large number of migratory birds use these grasslands and wetland areas dotted in these grasslands during their vertical and horizontal migration in the Himalayan region during breeding season. Despite quite unique and sensitive ecosystems these grasslands are least studied. The present study, therefore, aims to study the structure and composition of Himalayan grasslands with respect to their multiple utilities, including breeding grounds for migratory birds.  

Keywords

Himalayan Grasslands; Steppes, Alpine Meadows; Migratory Birds; Pastoral Practices; Conservation.

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Kala, C.P., 2016. Grasslands and migratory birds of the Himalayan region. Indian Journal of Forestry, 39(2), pp.97-100. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2016-CV9806

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