Conservation of Endangered Wild Flora and Fauna

Nepal has 847 species of birds including 6 endemic pheasant species, about 640 species of butterflies, 6,500 species of flowering plants and 175 mammal species. The country also shelters endangered wildlife species such as the Royal Bengal Tiger, Greater one-horned rhinoceros, Asian elephant, Gaur, Swamp deer, Black buck etc. Besides this, Nepal’s protected areas also harbour several valuable plant species and herbs.

National Parks and Wildlife Conservation Act, the Forest Act as well as the regulations under them protect the wild flora and fauna. In addition, the Aquatic Fauna Act and the Environment Protection Act and their regulations provide further protection to these flora and fauna. The constitution of the kingdom of Nepal 1990 specifically states about the protection of the wild flora and fauna in the country. Both the National Parks and Forest Acts empower the Chief Warden/Warden and DFOs to enforce these Acts and Regulations and take legal actions against offenders. Line agencies of the government, conservation partner organization and the local people complement the government’s conservation efforts.

Home | Introduction | Next