Mandate ZSI

Zoological Survey of India : 

Zoological Survey of India The Mandate Dr. VINOD KHANNA, Zoological Survey of India, Dehra Dun drvkhanna51@gmail.com

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The Zoological Survey of India Founded : 1916 Premier National Institute Deciphering Faunal Diversity of India Headquarter : Kolkata 16 Regional Centers in States of the country representing diverse ecosystems and Biogeographic Zones.

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The Zoological Survey of India Largest repository of Type Specimens . National Zoological Collection. This comprises more than two million specimen of nearly sixty thousand species, including fifteen thousand type specimens from India and abroad. More than three hundred specialists are working on almost all groups of animals.

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Studying from Ants to Elephants Since last almost 100 years CELEBRATING CENETNARY IN 2016

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Ecosystems of India

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Islands Volcano Forest Grasslands Wetland Brackish water Estuaries Mangrove Coral Marine

Biogeographic Zones : 

Biogeographic Zones

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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES Exploration and survey the faunal resources of the country , in various states, ecosystems and bio- geographic zones Collecting, identifying , recording and inventorying faunal diversity of our country. Taxonomic and ecological studies on all animals Status surveys of endangered species Publish results through our own publications Maintain National Zoological Collection Render Identification and advisory Services Center for ENVIS on Faunal diversity Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

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Convention on Biodiversity (CBD) The three preamble of Biodiversity are: 1.Conservation of Biodiversity 2.Sustainable use of Biodiversity and leaving enough for the future generations. 3.Fair and equitable sharing of Profits arising out of the use of biodiversity

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Role of Zoological Survey of India w.s.r. Convention on Biological Diversity (Rio, 1992) Article 5: Cooperation: ZSI offers services for assessment of Faunal Diversity to many Asian countries; Article 7:Identification & Monitoring: Has 16 Regional Station all over the country with HQ at Calcutta; Article 8:In-Situ Conservation: Provides base line data on the faunal resources of the country; Article 10: Sustainable use of Components of Bio-diversity: Provides regular services under CITES Article 12: Research and Training: Explores, identifies and describes large number of new taxon of fauna; Article 14: Impact Assessment: Undertakes EIA services with special reference to faunal resources; Article 17: Exchange of Information: Provides a large series of reference Publications; Article 18: Technical & Scientific Cooperation: Provides the nodal point for assessment of faunal diversity and creation of network among SAARC countries.

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Some Important Studies Published Fauna of States: Rajasthan, Orissa, Lakshadweep, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Meghalaya , Arunachal Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Delhi Red Data Book: Mammals, Birds, Reptiles , Amphibia and fishes Himalayan Fauna : Garhwal and Kumaon hills, H.P., A.P., Meghalaya, Ladakh and Trans Himalaya Desert Fauna : Faunal diversity of Thar Desert Coastal Area : Gujarat Estuarine Fauna: Chilika, Rishikulya and Hugli Matla estuaries Conservation Areas Fauna: Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, Corbett TR, Rajaji N P ,Kanha National Parks, Indravati, Sunderban, Manas, Simplipal , Kudremukh and Palamau Tiger Reserves Status Surveys: Lion-tailed Macaque, Wild Ass of Kutch and Ladakh, Hispid Hare,Manipur Thamin, Great Indian Bustard, Golden langur, Hoolock Gibbon, Nicobar Megapode, WesternTrogopan and Pheasants, etc.

Publications : 

Publications The Fauna of India State Fauna Series Fauna of Ecosystems Series Fauna of Conservation Area Series Records of the Zoological Survey of India Memories of the Zoological Survey of India Occasional Papers (under Records of the Zool.Surv.India) Pictorial Handbooks Special publications on symposium, Seminars and Workshops Bibliography of Indian Zoology ENVIS Newsletter Prani Jagat (in Hindi)

NORTHERN REGIONAL STATION : 

NORTHERN REGIONAL STATION Location: Dehra Dun Inception : 1960 Jurisdiction: Uttrakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh & Delhi Golden Jubilee Year 2009

JURISDICTION MAP NORTHERN REGIONAL STATION : 

JURISDICTION MAP NORTHERN REGIONAL STATION Uttaranchal Punjab Haryana Chandigarh Delhi Uttar Pradesh

OBJECTIVE WORKING PLAN OF NRS, ZSI, DEHRA DUN : 

OBJECTIVE WORKING PLAN OF NRS, ZSI, DEHRA DUN Primary Objectives Secondary Objectives Fauna of Conservation Areas: Fauna of States: 1.Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve (1997) 1. Delhi 2.Gobind Pashu Vihar (2001) 2. Uttar Pradesh(On Target) 3. Rajaji National Park ( Published1995) 3. Haryana 4.Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary (Delhi) (2001) Remote Sensing and GIS 5.Corbett Tiger Reserve Bird Migration, Elepannt Cor 6. Kalesar National park rridors, Chinkara, Swamp deer, Lion and Rhododendron Exploration Taxonomic Status Survey Development Development of Environment & Survey of Studies Endangered Species of NZC Museum of Regional Stn. Impact Assessment(EIA) 1. Himalayan Ecosystem: i.Western Himalaya (U.P) (Published 1995) ii. Western Doon Siwalik( 2. Wetland Eco-system: i..Waterbirds of Northern India (Published 2001) 1. Tehri Hydro-Electric Project 2. Gori Ganga Valley NHPC 3. Swamp Deer Population in D.N.P Faunal Resources First Priority Second Priority By Addition Establishing Galleries Showcases Etc Diorama on Himalayan Ecosystem 1. Western Tragopan 2. Chinkara On Going Process Ecosystems

Collaborative Projects:1.Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (NRSA): i. Monitoring of A Migratory Waterfowl Habitat Using Remote Sensing Techniques (1998) ii. Habitat Suitability Analysis of Chinkara, Gazella benetti,in Rajasthan- A Remote Sensing & GISApproach (1999- 2000) iii. Corridor Analysis in Rajaji-Corbett Elephant Reserve (2000-01) 2. Salimali Center for Ornithology: Prioritization of Wetlands in U.P. & Uttaranchal (2001-02) 3. Uttaranchal Forest Department Drafting of NBSAP Uttaranchal Document (2001-02) Project Financed by Outside bodies 1. Punjab State Council of Science & Technology- Studies on the Faunal Diversity of Siwaliks Ecosystem of Punjab (1998-2002) Inventorisation of Faunal Resources of PA’s & National Parks of U.P. and Uttaranchal2.MAB 1. Corbett National park 2. BSLink Project Manali : 

Collaborative Projects:1.Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (NRSA): i. Monitoring of A Migratory Waterfowl Habitat Using Remote Sensing Techniques (1998) ii. Habitat Suitability Analysis of Chinkara, Gazella benetti,in Rajasthan- A Remote Sensing & GISApproach (1999- 2000) iii. Corridor Analysis in Rajaji-Corbett Elephant Reserve (2000-01) 2. Salimali Center for Ornithology: Prioritization of Wetlands in U.P. & Uttaranchal (2001-02) 3. Uttaranchal Forest Department Drafting of NBSAP Uttaranchal Document (2001-02) Project Financed by Outside bodies 1. Punjab State Council of Science & Technology- Studies on the Faunal Diversity of Siwaliks Ecosystem of Punjab (1998-2002) Inventorisation of Faunal Resources of PA’s & National Parks of U.P. and Uttaranchal2.MAB 1. Corbett National park 2. BSLink Project Manali

Important Research Publications1.Fauna of Corbett National Park (1978)2. Odonata of Western Himalaya (1978)3. Inland Fishes of India and Adjacent Countries4. Fauna of Western Himalaya (1995)5. Fauna of Rajaji National Park (1995)6. Fauna of Delhi (1997)7. Fauna of Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve (1997)8. Fauna of Asola Bhatti WLS 9. Fauna of Western Doon Shiwaliks,10. Fauna of Corbett Tiger Reserve200711. Water Birds of Northern India (2001) Two eds.12. Water birds of India13. Fauna of Asan Wetland14. Habitat Analysis of Chinkara in Rajasthan,Gazella benetti, in Rajasthan- A Remote Sensing & GIS Approach (2001)15. Guide to Centipedes- Indian sub continent : 

Important Research Publications1.Fauna of Corbett National Park (1978)2. Odonata of Western Himalaya (1978)3. Inland Fishes of India and Adjacent Countries4. Fauna of Western Himalaya (1995)5. Fauna of Rajaji National Park (1995)6. Fauna of Delhi (1997)7. Fauna of Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve (1997)8. Fauna of Asola Bhatti WLS 9. Fauna of Western Doon Shiwaliks,10. Fauna of Corbett Tiger Reserve200711. Water Birds of Northern India (2001) Two eds.12. Water birds of India13. Fauna of Asan Wetland14. Habitat Analysis of Chinkara in Rajasthan,Gazella benetti, in Rajasthan- A Remote Sensing & GIS Approach (2001)15. Guide to Centipedes- Indian sub continent

Faunal Groups Studied at NRS Insects: Odonata,Hymenoptera , Isoptera, Orthoptera,Lepidoptera Parasites: Helminthes and Nematodes Myriapoda and Scorpions Pisces Amphibians Reptiles Birds Mammals Wild Life, Trichotaxonomy and Molecular biology Remote Sensing & GIS : 

Faunal Groups Studied at NRS Insects: Odonata,Hymenoptera , Isoptera, Orthoptera,Lepidoptera Parasites: Helminthes and Nematodes Myriapoda and Scorpions Pisces Amphibians Reptiles Birds Mammals Wild Life, Trichotaxonomy and Molecular biology Remote Sensing & GIS

Thank you : 

Thank you Dr. VINOD KHANNA ZOOLOGICAL SURVEY OF INDIA Dehra Dun