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Title of the project

Funding agency

Important findings and outcome

1

Inventory of Biodiversity of Mandasaru Gorge, Kandhamal, Odisha

DFO, Phulbani

Project Completed and FTR has been submitted in the form of a book entitled “Mandasaru, the biological paradise of Eastern Ghats of India”. The results were incorporated in the working plan and Peoples Biodiversity Registers of two GP’s (Gumamaha and Sugadabadi) of Kandhamal district falling under Mandasaru area. The SHG members of Mandasaru were trained on Ecotourism and biodiversity significance. There after Mandasaru has been declared as the first Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) of the state.

2

Developing a data base on socio-economic, ecological and biological aspects of proposed Mahendragiri Biosphere Reserve (MBR)

RCCF, Berhampur

Field inventory was made to document the biological diversity of Mahendragiri and one consultation workshop was organized for all the stake holders of 9 GPs residing in and around the hill ecosystem (Local bodies/BMCs/VSS /EDCs/PRIs etc.) and forest managers and a need based  assessment for research, monitoring and development of Proposed Mahendragiri Biosphere Reserve (MBR) was conducted. The duly filled nomination form for proposal of biosphere reserve as prescribed by the UNESCOS under MAB programme has been submitted to the DFO, Paralakhemundi. One draft report on threatened and Endemic plants and animals of Mahendragiri was submitted to the PCCF and HoFF, Odisha and two posters on Mahendragiri have been submitted to the RCCF, Berhampur circle.

3

Inventory of biodiversity of Kotagarh wildlife sanctuary, Kandhamal, Odisha

DFO, Baliguda

In total 1500 plant species and 800 animal species were documented and the key microhabitats of the sanctuary were identified and suggested for management and conservation. Over all the data were incorporated in the Management plan of the sanctuary and working plan of the division. Total 20 figs (Ficus) species were identified from the sanctuary and technical support including collection of all the fig samples from the field were provided to the Division to develop a fig garden in Baliguda.

4

Studies on biodiversity of Lakhari valley wildlife sanctuary, Gajapati, Odisha

PCCF, Wildlife

The floral diversity of the Sanctuary comprises 714 plant species under 118 families and 326 genera including 632 angiosperms, 23 species of pteridophytes, 2 species of gymnosperms,  11 species of Bryophytes, 31 species of Fungi and 15 species of Lichens. This includes 30 climbers, 390 herbs, 61 shrubs, 151 trees. In floral diversity, epiphytic orchid population was significant while the fungal diversity was noteworthy. The faunal diversity included 18 species of mammals, 98 species of birds, 22 species of reptiles, 42 species of butterflies, 10 species of amphibians. The occurrence of Golden Geckoes, Lesser mouse tailed bat, a pygmy tree frog (Chiromentis sp.), healthy population of Indian Giant Squirrel and Small clawed Otters, in birds having conservation significance, Green Munia and Alexandrian Parakeet were of immense ecological significance. Bar Winged Flycatcher Shrike and Large Billed Green Malkoha are two important bird species for Lakhari.

5

Multi-taxa biodiversity inventory of Karlapat wildlife Sanctuary, Kalahandi

DFO, Kalahandi South

Field studies were completed. The floral diversity of the Sanctuary comprises 912 plant species under 157 families and 597 genera including 778 angiosperms, 49 species of pteridophytes, 3 species of gymnosperms,  21 species of Bryophytes, 46 species of Fungi and 15 species of Lichens. This includes 58 climbers, 407 herbs, 101 shrubs, 211 trees. The faunal diversity included 22 species of mammals, 108 species of birds, 25 species of reptiles, 10 species of Amphibians, 57 species of butterflies and 6 species hill stream fishes. In floristic studies some threatened endemic plants were documented that included Eriolaena hookerian var viridis, Strobilanthes circarensis, Strobilanthes auriculatus, Mucuna imbricata, Oberonia falconeri, Cyathea gigantea, elminthostachys zeylanica, Tylophora tenuissima, Nymphoides parviflora, Habenaria barbata, Pectelis gigantea, Corallodisus lanuginosa, etc. Out off total species of 778 angiosperms, 29 species may be considered as different threatened category for the State. In faunal diversity, healthy population of Indian Giant Squirrel (Ratufa indica), one of the canopy indicator species, Leopards, sloth bear, barking deer, Chittal, Sambar, Pygmy Shrew, Blue spotted Crow, Rock Python are the major attraction of the sanctuary. Good population of some of the threatened species such as Asian small-clawed otter (Aonyx cinereus), Green Munia/Green Avadavat (Amandava formosa) were also observed. One species of Mahasheer fish (Tor sp.) recorded from the fresh water stream of Jugsaipatna PRF is of high ecological significance.

6

Biodiversity assessment of project impact area of Sukinda Chromite mines

DFO, Cuttack

Data on the inventory of biodiversity in 10 km radius of the project impact area is collected and biodiversity assessment (Population studies through quadrat method) has been conducted in 18 sampling plots and the baseline data generated has been submitted to DFO, Cuttack and the same shall be used for periodical monitoring and evaluation regarding changes in forest structure and composition in respective plots.

7

Inventory of Biodiversity of Debrigarh wildlife Sanctuary, Odisha

DFO, Hirakud Wildlife Division

Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary is the combination of dry deciduous mixed forest with varied floral diversity. During this study, floral diversity of the Sanctuary comprises of 582 plant species includes 450 species of Angiosperms, 2 species of Gymnosperms, 20 species of Bryophytes, 20 species of Pteridophytes, 10 species of Orchid and  30 species of Fungi. Blyxa echinosperma, Cryptocoryne retrospiralis, (Aquatic Plant) Zeuxine stratumatica (Ground Orchid) are some floral key findings of this Sanctuary. Similarly 301 species of animals of different groups were documented during the study period. The prominent mammalian fauna includes Gaur, Chousingha, Leopard, Sloth bear, Indian crested Porcupine, Indian wolf, Wild dog, Indian Pangolin, Rusty spotted cat, bluebull, Golden jackal etc.

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Inventory of Biodiversity of Hadagarh Wildlife Sanctuary, Keonjhar”.

DFO,

Anandapur Wildlife Division

Biodiversity inventory was carried out in Hadagarh WLS including flora, fauna and agriculture biodiversity. A total of 134 faunal species, 180 species of flora including rare orchids like Habenaria plantaginea, Acampe carinata, Acampe ochracea, Aerides odoratum etc. have been documented from the sanctuary.

9

Sand dune biodiversity Significance in Odisha: Conservation and management perspectives

PCCF WL & CWLW through

DFO, Chilika WL Division

Odisha is one of the four maritime states bordering the Bay of Bengal. The state has a coastline of about 480 km which constitutes 8% of the Indian coastline. Coast line traverses seven coastal districts and coastline itself yields significant biodiversity. Sand dune is one of the unique ecosystems and sustain major portion of the biodiversity. One year study revealed 70 species of flora, and 314 species of fauna occurring in this ecosystem of Odisha. Further relative abundance of species would be enumerated in selected sampling sites in 2020-21. In addition to this the microbial diversity and utility study in sand dune is being carried out. One year field study was completed and interim report is to be submitted to PCCF (WL) & CWLW, Odisha.

10

Biodiversity documentation of project impact areas in three sites of Barbil range of Keonjhar Forest Division.

DFO, Keonjhar

Data on the inventory of biodiversity in 10 km radius of the project impact area was collected and biodiversity assessment (Population studies through quadrat method) has been conducted in 18 sampling plots and the baseline data generated has been submitted to DFO, Keonjhar and the same shall be used for periodical monitoring and evaluation regarding changes in forest structure and composition in respective plots.

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Inventory of Biodiversity of Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary, Nuapada, Odisha”

DFO, Sunabeda

Biodiversity inventory was carried out in Sunabedha WLS including flora, fauna and domesticated biodiversity. A total of two seasons data have been acquired from the sanctuary that includes 101 species of fauna, 200 species of plants and breeds of different domesticated animals. The orchids like Aerides multiflora, Rhynchostylis retusa, Nervilia crociformis and Dendrobium sp. have been documented. The project period is over and final report is to be submitted to DFO, Sunabedha.

12

Inventory of Biodiversity of Kapilash wildlife Sanctuary, Dhenkanal, Odisha

DFO, Dhenkanal

Field studies were completed. The floral diversity of the Sanctuary comprised 668 angiosperms, 41 species of pteridophytes, 2 species of gymnosperms, 20 species of Bryophytes, 80 species of Fungi and 20 species of Lichens. The faunal diversity included 20 species of mammals, 120 species of birds, 20 species of reptiles, 10 species of Amphibians, 60 species of butterflies and 6 species hill stream fishes.

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Inventory of Biodiversity of Badrama-khalasuni Wildlife Sanctuary, Sambalpur, Odisha

DFO, Bamra WL Division

Field studies were completed for two seasons. A total of 170 species of animals of different groups were documented in the study area. Of which 20 species of mammals covering 15 families followed by 89 species of avifauna covering 39 families, 14 species of reptiles covering 9 families, 8 species of amphibians in 5 different families and 39 species of butterflies belongs to 4 families were documented during the study period. The floral diversity consists of 600 plant species including 30 species of orchids, 30 species of ferns and 30 species of lichens. Macrofungal diversity includes 130 species with 20 wild edible mushrooms.

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Inventory of Biodiversity of Satkosia wildlife Sanctuary, Angul, Odisha

DFO, Satkosia

Two field visits are conducted so far. The preliminary findings have been submitted to DFO, Satkosia. One orchid calendar covering all native orchids of Satkosia is published by the Division in association with OBB.

15

Status survey of fresh water turtles in sacred places of Odisha

PCCF (WL) & CWLW

The fresh water turtles study in the state is scanty and anecdotal. In this view, the status survey of fresh water turtles in selected sacred places of Odisha has been taken up by the board. Initially, the study was undertaken in five different sacred tanks or reservoirs of Puri and Champeswar, Cuttack district, where many threatened fresh water turtles have been documented. Indian roofed turtle, Indian tent turtle, Indian flap-shell turtles, Northern Indian flap-shell turtle and Indian soft-shell turtle have been documented so far and their ecological importance is being documented. Remaining sacred places of the state are to be surveyed in future.  

16

Study on nesting behaviour of sea turtle in sporadic nesting beaches of Chilika coast

DFO, Chilika

undergoing

17

Generating baseline data on biological diversity of Barsuan- Taladihi-Kalta (ML-130) of Bonai division for periodical monitoring and evaluation

DFO, Bonai

undergoing

18

Inventory of Biodiversity of Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary, Balasore, Odisha

DFO, Balasore WL division

Funds received

19

Inventory of floral diversity of Golora RF of Balukhand-Konark-wildlife sanctuary, Puri, Odisha

DFO, Puri

Proposal submitted and approved by PCCF (WL) Funding is awaited

20

‘Inventory of biodiversity of Garjanbahal OCP, M/S Mahanadi Coalfield Ltd’

Mahanadi Coal Field Ltd.

Proposal submitted to DFO, Sundargarh and funding is awaited