New Survey Uncovers 77 Fish and 108 Amphibian-Reptile Species in Kaziranga National Park

The rapid assessment, conducted between July and September 2025 by the Kaziranga Park Authority in collaboration with the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), also documented 108 species of amphibians and

Beneath the famed grasslands of Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve lies a vibrant world teeming with aquatic life. According to a press statement issued by Kaziranga Park Authority, a new survey has revealed that the UNESCO World Heritage Site harbours 77 species of freshwater fish, forming a major share of Assam’s 216 indigenous fish species and contributing significantly to Northeast India’s 422 native species diversity.

The rapid assessment, conducted between July and September 2025 by the Kaziranga Park Authority in collaboration with the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), also