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Species


The Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) is one of the most endangered freshwater crocodile species – it is cited as critically endangered by IUCN, and is listed as a Schedule I species in the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
The rare and endangered Ganges River Dolphin is facing severe threats due to habitat fragmentation and loss of prey base underwater
Smooth-coated Otter
Dolphins, Gharials and Otters form the major flagship species of freshwater environments. These species as high-order carnivores at the top of their small niche eco-systems are indicators to the health of the ecosystem.

In spite of their ecological importance, freshwater environments belong to the most threatened ecosystems worldwide as they underlie a severe use conflict by human demands on water supply; consequently biodiversity is affected with drastic reductions in undisturbed sites. The documentation of past, present and potential future distribution of these flagship species is vital for developing conservation programmes.


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