BNHS Launches A Climate Change Programme In Himalayas
January 31st, 2017
The Bombay Natural History society (BNHS) has launched a climate change programme. The Himalayas hold a rich natural heritage with diverse flora and fauna enhancing the beauty of the region. The study will focus on their conservation in the context of climate change with the help of community participation. The Indian subcontinent is home to nearly 50 species of pheasants and 62 species of finches, with several species listed in “Globally Threatened” category by IUCN.