Wetlands are a perfect location to support Biomes . The geography filled with enough water and land masses gives rise to a treasure chest of all sorts of species to call it home. No other lake in Nepal is as well known or as holy as the Ghodaghodi Lake. Found in a very commanding position between the Terai and Siwalik Hills, it gives a veritable natural wildlife corridor for over hundreds of different species of animals and plants.
The value of the diversity found within the Ghodaghodi Lake is worldwide accepted to be terribly significant. There are even 11 worldwide threatened faunal species which have been recognised and listed in the IUCN Red List. Such rare faunal species that take up residence in and around the lake are the highly endangered golden monitor lizard, the bog crocodile, three-striped roofed turtle and the Asiatic rock python also call this place home.
It's not only reptiles and amphibians who reside here. A large number of tigers have also been spotted along the banks of the stream. The tigers have been seen hunting and making their homes around this region. Ever since a significant decline in their population was reported, the WWF has dedicated an enormous effort in aiding the local government in their projects to bring the population count up again. There is also an attempt to stop the illegal hunting and poaching of these superb creators that are so valued for not only their fur but also for certain body parts that have come to be associated with many medical properties.
Additionally, 34 mammal species, 29 fish species, and 140 migratory and resident bird species. Each one of them lend to a spectacular ecosystem that can only be supported and appreciated in the unique geography of the Ghodaghodi Lake. No other place within Nepal can boast of such big figures. Although now, it is sad to say that whether or not the variety of the lake is large, the population of each has significantly declined together with the lake's ever decreasing size.
The Wetlands in the Ghodaghodi Lake also includes a wide selection of endangered plant species like certain Orchid species, the bladderwort and water primrose. The unique physiological adaptation capacities of these plants are best seen and best suited inside the environment of the lake. Species of lotus and rare wild rice is also influenced in some pieces of the lake.The endangered Orchid species are also of a very important non secular importance, many of the local people in and round the lake treasure the location as a spiritual site for their deities. These are but few examples of the native aquatic plants that make up the enormous range of plant life that can be found in the Ghodaghodi Lake. There are still another 388 species of vascular plants found here.
One of the major reasons behind the decline in the number of all of the plant and animal species is unavoidably the human factor. People have been the reason for dwindling numbers through their actions for a long time. The indigenous peoples look towards the lake for their source of water, food and resources. Their consumption without any discipline has left very little for the wildlife to flourish. The over use of the water in the lake has left the banks to slowly narrow over time , with people using the lake water for varied rural and even practical needs it is no surprise the animals face a shrinking habitat.
The value of the diversity found within the Ghodaghodi Lake is worldwide accepted to be terribly significant. There are even 11 worldwide threatened faunal species which have been recognised and listed in the IUCN Red List. Such rare faunal species that take up residence in and around the lake are the highly endangered golden monitor lizard, the bog crocodile, three-striped roofed turtle and the Asiatic rock python also call this place home.
It's not only reptiles and amphibians who reside here. A large number of tigers have also been spotted along the banks of the stream. The tigers have been seen hunting and making their homes around this region. Ever since a significant decline in their population was reported, the WWF has dedicated an enormous effort in aiding the local government in their projects to bring the population count up again. There is also an attempt to stop the illegal hunting and poaching of these superb creators that are so valued for not only their fur but also for certain body parts that have come to be associated with many medical properties.
Additionally, 34 mammal species, 29 fish species, and 140 migratory and resident bird species. Each one of them lend to a spectacular ecosystem that can only be supported and appreciated in the unique geography of the Ghodaghodi Lake. No other place within Nepal can boast of such big figures. Although now, it is sad to say that whether or not the variety of the lake is large, the population of each has significantly declined together with the lake's ever decreasing size.
The Wetlands in the Ghodaghodi Lake also includes a wide selection of endangered plant species like certain Orchid species, the bladderwort and water primrose. The unique physiological adaptation capacities of these plants are best seen and best suited inside the environment of the lake. Species of lotus and rare wild rice is also influenced in some pieces of the lake.The endangered Orchid species are also of a very important non secular importance, many of the local people in and round the lake treasure the location as a spiritual site for their deities. These are but few examples of the native aquatic plants that make up the enormous range of plant life that can be found in the Ghodaghodi Lake. There are still another 388 species of vascular plants found here.
One of the major reasons behind the decline in the number of all of the plant and animal species is unavoidably the human factor. People have been the reason for dwindling numbers through their actions for a long time. The indigenous peoples look towards the lake for their source of water, food and resources. Their consumption without any discipline has left very little for the wildlife to flourish. The over use of the water in the lake has left the banks to slowly narrow over time , with people using the lake water for varied rural and even practical needs it is no surprise the animals face a shrinking habitat.
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All the Animals in Swamps and plant life exist in perfect ecological balance. The Wetland biome in the lake can support itself if left alone. It's only when the biggest threat to their existence, humans, over stay their welcome inside it. The Ghodaghodi Lake is one of the most major places left in Nepal to preserve life and diversity, as wetland buddies we should make sure that the treasures within the lake and the lake itself aren't lost inside our generation.
