Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary

8 Feb 2025

Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary

The 2025 annual bird count at Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary has recorded a significant increase in waterfowl population.

  • A total of 1,53,719 birds belonging to 97 species were documented during the survey.
  • Officials noted an unprecedented surge in the number of migratory birds.
  • Among the key findings, the population of Bar-headed Geese, the flagship species of the sanctuary, witnessed a sharp rise.

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Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary

  • Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary a man made reservoir formed due to the construction of the Pong Dam on the Beas River.
  • It is also known as the Maharana Pratap Sagar.
  • Geographical Setting: It is situated in the wetland zone of the Shivalik hills in Himachal Pradesh.
  • Ecological Importance:
    • Declared a “Wetland of National Importance” by the Government of India in 1994.
    • Designated as a Ramsar site in 2002, recognizing its international significance.
  • Flora of Pong Dam Lake
    • The vegetation at Pong Dam Lake consists of submerged vegetation, grasslands, and forests.
    • The dominant tree species in the region include eucalyptus, acacia, and shisham.
  • Notable Wildlife Finding:
    • The Bar-headed Goose, the flagship species of the sanctuary, has witnessed a sharp rise in population in the latest bird count.

Pong Dam Lake Wildlife Sanctuary

About Beas River

  • Origin: The Beas River originates from Beas Kund, located near Rohtang Pass in the Dhauladhar Range, Himachal Pradesh.
  • It is one of the five rivers that give Punjab its name (“Punjab” means “Land of Five Rivers”).
  • Course: It flows through the states of Himachal Pradesh and Punjab.
  • Confluence: The Beas meets the Sutlej River at Harike Wetland in Punjab
    • The Harike Wetland  is a Ramsar Site and a crucial habitat for migratory birds.
  • Major Tributaries:
    • Left Bank Tributaries: Bain, Banganga, Chakki.
    • Right Bank Tributaries: Uhl, Luni, Gaj, Suketi.

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