NEWS – A recent study on Dorekere lake at Bengaluru shows it as a rich center of biodiversity, not just a water impoundment area

HIGHLIGHTS

Flora and Fauna Details

• Flora: 73 species of herbs and shrubs, 57 tree species.
• Fauna: 74 bird species, including 11 migratory birds and 4 near-threatened species by IUCN.
• 26 species of butterflies belonging to five families.

Ecosystem Services

• Biodiversity aids in ecosystem recovery from famine, drought, disease, and climate change mitigation.

Environmental Concerns

• Bangalore’s tree count dropped from 400 to 227.
• Realty boom and improper waste disposal are endangering lakes.

Conservation Recommendations

• Develop the wetland as a buffer zone for bird nesting and foraging.
• Balance growth of native and non-native tree species, and avoid monocultures.
• Implement measures to prevent dogs from entering the lake bed to protect birds.