Rare Marbled Duck Spotted at Sultanpur National Park After 30 Years
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Rare sighting of a marbled duck at Sultanpur National Park. |
| Last Sighting in Sultanpur | 1990 |
| Physical Characteristics | - Medium-sized duck- Grey-white plumage- Large head with light eye patches- Feeds on fish and aquatic plants. |
| Global Conservation Status | - Classified as "vulnerable" by IUCN- Population decline due to habitat destruction and hunting. |
| Geographic Range | - Native to Europe- Breeds in eastern Mediterranean, western Mediterranean, and Iran.- Prefers lowland, shallow freshwater habitats. |
| Occurrence in India | - Rare in Delhi-NCR- Last seen at Bhindawas wetland in 2022- Limited sightings in Haryana, Gujarat, and Rajasthan. |
| Sultanpur National Park | - Located in Gurgaon district, Haryana- 50 km from Delhi, 15 km from Gurgaon- Sanctuary status in 1971, upgraded to National Park in 1991. |
| Key Fauna | - Mammals: Blackbuck, Nilgai, Hog deer, Sambar, Leopard- Birds: Siberian Cranes, Greater Flamingo, Demoiselle Crane. |