Orchid sanctuary Raja Rani (Morang District), East Nepal: an effort toward habitat conservation
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2005 |
| Authors | Shakya, L, R.; Bajracharya, D, M. |
| Journal Title | Selbyana |
| Volume | 26 |
| Pagination | 236-239 |
| ISBN Number | 0361-185X |
| Key Words | flora; habitats; nature conservation; resource conservation; wetlands; Orchidaceae; plants; Shorea robusta |
| Abstract | Raja Rani occupies a small area in eastern Nepal. The area is a wetland, surrounded by sal ( Shorea robusta ) forest, situated in Bogatini Village of Letang VDC, Morang District of Koshi Zone. Of the three ponds, Raja Pokhari, Rani Pokhari, and Rajkumari Pokhari, Rani Pokhari has 1 mi2 of dense forest growing up from the water, and its orchid-rich habitat is a center of attraction. The presenters recorded 45 species of orchids in what appears to be a natural orchid sanctuary, with most of the species in good numbers. The study is an effort to contribute to habitat conservation. During a field trip, local people were enlisted to help conserve this orchid-rich habitat, and as a result, they are now conscious of the need to conserve this habitat, which can be considered the first orchid sanctuary of Nepal. |
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