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1. Protected Areas of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK )

2. Introduction to Protected Areas Definition: Protected Areas : Designated regions safeguarded due to their significant natural or cultural values , where human activities and resource exploitation are restricted . Global Statistics on Protected Areas: As of 2016, over 161,000 protected areas cover approximately 17 % of the world's land surface

3. Introduction to Protected Areas Marine Protected Areas (MPAs): 14,688 MPAs exist, covering about 10.2 % of coastal and marine areas and 4.12 % of global ocean areas. The 30 by 30 Initiative: Goal : Protect 30% of Earth's land and ocean areas by 2030. Adopted by over 100 countries, including the European Union In December 2022 , the Framework incorporated this target. Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity

4. Introduction to Protected Areas Importance of Protected Areas: Crucial for biodiversity conservation, providing habitats and safeguarding endangered species . Help maintain essential ecological processes threatened by intensive land and sea use. Challenges and Criticisms: Some indigenous communities criticize " fortress conservation " for enforcing regulations that may lead to displacement and cultural disruption. Recent studies indicate that biodiversity is declining faster within protected areas than outside, highlighting the need for effective management and enforcement.

5. Introduction to Protected Areas Recent Developments: Chile is preparing a conservation bond to ensure long-term environmental protection, aligning with the 30 by 30 goals. Despite commitments, only 17.6% of land and 8.4 % of oceans are currently protected, indicating the need for accelerated efforts to meet the 30 by 30 targets.

6. Importance of Wildlife Conservation: Protecting Biodiversity Definition: Wildlife conservation involves: safeguarding wild species and their habitats to maintain healthy populations and restore natural ecosystems Major Threats: Habitat Issues: Destruction, degradation , and fragmentation of natural environments. Exploitation: Overuse of wildlife resources and poaching . Environmental Changes: Pollution and climate change . Illegal Activities: Unlawful wildlife trade

7. Wildlife Conservation: Protecting Biodiversity Conservation Status: IUCN estimates that over 42,100 assessed species are at risk of extinction. A 2019 United Nations report suggests this number could be as high as one million when considering all species. Conservation Efforts: International Agreements: CITES (1973): Regulates international trade of endangered species to prevent threats to their survival. CBD (1992): Aims to conserve biological diversity, promote sustainable use, and ensure fair sharing of benefits from genetic resources. Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): Organizations like The Nature Conservancy, World Wildlife Fund , and Conservation International actively engage in conservation projects and advocacy.

8. Wildlife Conservation: Protecting Biodiversity Challenges: While protected areas are essential for conservation , their enforcement can sometimes lead to conflicts with indigenous peoples and local communities due to restrictive regulations. Effective wildlife conservation requires collaborative efforts from governments , NGOs , and local communities to address threats and promote sustainable coexistence with nature Sources

9. Role of Protected Areas in Biodiversity Conservation Protected areas (PAs) are designated regions established to: conserve biodiversity by safeguarding ecosystems and species from human-induced threats. They serve as critical tools in maintaining ecological balance and ensuring the survival of diverse life forms.

10. Role of Protected Areas in Biodiversity Conservation Habitat Protection and Restoration: PAs provide secure habitats for wildlife, preventing habitat destruction, fragmentation, and degradation. This protection ensures the survival of species by mitigating deforestation and over-exploitation of resources . Climate Change Mitigation: By preserving carbon-rich ecosystems such as forests and wetlands , PAs play a vital role in sequestering carbon dioxide, thereby aiding in climate change mitigation .

11. Role of Protected Areas in Biodiversity Preservation Reduction of Human-Induced Threats: Effective management of PAs can significantly diminish human pressures like poaching , pollution , and overfishing , which are primary threats to biodiversity. Support for Local Livelihoods: PAs can offer sustainable economic opportunities for local communities through eco-tourism and sustainable resource management, aligning conservation efforts with socio-economic development

12. National Parks Game Reserves Wildlife sanctuaries The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands Biosphere reserve Community control hunting areas (CCHA) Types of Protected areas in Pakistan

13. Types of Protected areas in Pakistan 1.National Parks: Definition & Purpose: National parks are protected areas established by governments to conserve regions of exceptional natural beauty, historical significance , or cultural value. These areas are maintained in their natural or semi-natural state to preserve 'wild nature ' for future generations and to instill national pride. Public access is typically encouraged to promote education and recreation .

14. Types of Protected areas in Pakistan Historical Context: The concept of national parks began with the establishment of Yellowstone National Park in the United States in 1872 , recognized as the world's first national park. This initiative set a precedent for the global movement to protect natural areas.

15. Types of Protected areas in Pakistan Notable Examples: The largest national park adhering to the IUCN definition is Northeast Greenland National Park, established in 1974 , encompassing approximately 972,000 km²

16. Types of Protected areas in Pakistan 2. Game Reserves: Definition : Game reserves, or game parks, are extensive areas designated for the controlled hunting of wild animals for sport . Unlike nature reserves, which focus on protecting all native biota, game reserves primarily emphasize the management and conservation of animal species. Conservation Role : While hunting is regulated , game reserves play a crucial role in protecting ecosystems and promoting biodiversity. By maintaining natural habitats , they support the growth and sustainability of indigenous wildlife populations.

17. Types of Protected areas in Pakistan 3. Wildlife sanctuary , is a protected area designated for the conservation of flora , fauna , and geological features . These reserves are managed to preserve biodiversity and provide opportunities for research and education . They can be established by governments or private entities such as charities and research institutions. Typically, nature reserves offer stricter protection than nature parks. History: The first modern nature reserve was created in 1821 by naturalist Charles Waterton in Walton Hall, West Yorkshire , England. He invested in enclosing his estate to protect it from poachers and encouraged birdlife by planting trees and creating habitats . Global Perspective:

18. Types of Protected areas in Pakistan 4. The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands Introduction: The Ramsar Convention, established in 1971 in Ramsar , Iran , international treaty dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. Key Objectives: Promote the conservation and wise use of all wetlands . Designate wetlands of international importance, known as Ramsar sites. Encourage international cooperation on transboundary wetland ecosystems. World Wetlands Day: Celebrated annually on February 2 nd

19. Protected Areas in AJK National Parks Game Reserve Wildlife Sanctuaries

20. Description of AJK and its Resources Geographic Location & Topography: Located in the foothills of the Western Himalayas Covers an area of 1.33 million hectares, stretching southeast to northwest. Terrain varies from plains in the southeast ( 360m ) to high-altitude regions ( 6,325m ) in the northwest.

21. Description of AJK and its Resources Climate & Precipitation: Climate varies by altitude: dry sub-tropical in the south, moist temperate in the north. Annual rainfall ranges from 1,000 mm to 2,000 mm. In hilly districts (Muzaffarabad, Poonch , Bagh ), 30-60 % of precipitation is snow . Temperature range: Mean max ( 20°C - 32°C ), Mean min ( 4°C - 7°C ).

22. Description of AJK and its Resources Forests & Vegetation: 43 % of land classified as forests. Diverse vegetation includes trees , shrubs , grasses , and herbs . Forest types based on climate and altitude: Montane Subtropical Semi-evergreen (Scrub & Pine Forests) Montane Temperate (Himalayan Moist & Dry Temperate Forests) Sub-alpine Forests & Alpine Pastures

23. Description of AJK and its Resources Wildlife Diversity: Rich habitat supporting a variety of flora and fauna. Key species: Snow & Common Leopards , Himalayan Ibex, Grey Goral, Musk Deer, Rhesus Monkey, Grey Langur, Black Bear, Yellow-throated Martin. Notable birds : Western Tragopan , Koklass , Monal , Cheer, Kaleej Pheasants. 67 fish species inhabit rivers and lakes.

24. Description of AJK and its Resources Rivers & Wetlands: Major rivers : Neelum , Jhelum , Poonch & tributaries, contributing to regional watersheds. Significant wetlands: Rati Gali Sar , Dharian Sar , Patlian Sar . Largest wetland: Mangla Reservoir ( 26,900 ha), habitat for migratory birds & waterfowl .

25. Description of AJK and its Resources Conservation Efforts: Wildlife Department established a protected area system. 18 protected areas covering 113,355 ha ( 8.55 % of AJK's total area): 12 Game Reserves ( 14,164 ha) 6 National Parks ( 99,191 ha) Ensuring wildlife conservation & habitat protection.

26. Overview of protected regions in AJK Categories : National Parks (09) Wildlife Sanctuaries (7) Game Reserves (16) Private game reserves (2)

27. National Parks of AJK 1. Deva Vatala National Park (DVNP) 2. Ghamot National Park (GNP) 3. Machiara National Park (MNP) 4. Musk Deer National Park (MDNP) 5. Panjal Mastan National Park 6 . Tolipir National Park (TNP) 7. Pir Lasura National Park (PLNP) 8. Poonch River Mahseer National Park (PRMNP) 9. Azad Pattan National Park (APNP)

28. National Parks of AJK Deva Vatala National Park (DVNP) Deva- Vatala National Park  is a protected area in  Bhimber District ,  Azad Kashmir , Pakistan .  It is located close to the Indian border and aligns with the district of  Gujrat .  The park is one of the few protected areas in  Azad Kashmir  to be located in a  thorn forest . It is home to some of the most diverse wildlife, including the only population of  Red Junglefowl , in  Pakistan

29. National Parks of AJK Deva Vatala National Park (DVNP) History This national park was notified in 1998 and spreads over an area of 7,000 hectares which is around 29km 2 .It was part of India until 1971 . Geography The park is an important hotspot for biodiversity and has many lakes which attract  waterfowl . It is a hilly area with a maximum height of 1,101m above sea level. It is part of the  Lower Himalayan Range , and is mainly covered by tropical thorn forest.

30. National Parks of AJK Deva Vatala National Park (DVNP) Flora The forest is mainly tropical thorn covered by  Acacia  and many evergreen trees with diverse shrub growth. The climate is mainly  sem -arid .( semi-desert climate , or  steppe climate  is a  dry climate )

31. National Parks of AJK Deva Vatala National Park (DVNP) Fauna Mammals in the park include: Indian leopard , " P.p.fusca " Golden jackal ,  C. a. indica Indian grey mongoose ,  H. e. edwardsii Small Indian civet ,  V. indica Cape hare ,  L. c. isabellinus Wild boar ,  S. s. scrofa Nilgai ,  B. tragocamelus Hog deer ,  A. porcinus Indian porcupine ,  H. i . blandfordi

32. National Parks of AJK Deva Vatala National Park (DVNP) Significant birds: Indian peafowl ,  P. cristatus Red junglefowl ,  G. gallus Black francolin ,  F. francolinus Grey francolin ,  F. pondicerianus Mallard ,  A. platyrhynchos Northern shoveler ,  S. clypeata Eurasian coot ,  F. atra

33. National Parks of AJK Deva Vatala National Park (DVNP) Reptiles: Indian python ,  P. molurus King cobra ,  O. hannah Bengal monitor ,  V. bengalensis

34. National Parks of AJK Ghamot National Park It is located in  Neelam District  of AJK History established in 2004 ,. Spanning approximately 27,271 hectares (67,388 acres) situated about 170 km north of Muzaffarabad. Geography diverse ecosystems range from elevations of 1,900 to around 4,000 meters. connected population of the threatened  Himalayan Brown Bear  of Pakistan, connected through a network of national parks in northern Pakistan including the  Deosai National Park  and  Musk Deer National Park .  The park also hosts a population of the threatened  musk deer .

35. National Parks of AJK Ghamot National Park Flora: The park's vegetation is characteristic of the Western Himalayan alpine shrub and meadows ecoregion. Dominant tree species include Deodar ( Cedrus deodara ), Blue Pine ( Pinus wallichiana ), and Abies pindrow .

36. National Parks of AJK Ghamot National Park Mammals in the park include: Common Leopard ( Panthera pardus ) Himalayan Black Bear ( Ursus thibetanus ) Musk Deer ( Moschus chrysogaster ) Himalayan Gray Langur ( Semnopithecus ajax ) Indian Crested Porcupine ( Hystrix indica ) Yellow-throated Marten ( Martes flavigula ) Kashmir Flying Squirrel ( Eoglaucomys fimbriatus ) Red Fox ( Vulpes vulpes ) Asiatic Jackal ( Canis aureus ) Wild Boar ( Sus scrofa ) Himalayan Palm Civet ( Paguma larvata )

37. National Parks of AJK Ghamot National Park Significant birds species include: Himalayan Monal ( Lophophorus impejanus ) Koklass Pheasant ( Pucrasia macrolopha ) Chukar Partridge ( Alectoris chukar ) Himalayan Snowcock ( Tetraogallus himalayensis ) Kalij Pheasant ( Lophura leucomelanos ) Western Tragopan ( Tragopan melanocephalus )

38. National Parks of AJK Musk Deer National Park ( Gurez National Park) It is located in  Neelum District  in  Azad kashmir , Pakistan, besides the  Neelum River  in the  Gurez  valley. Lower Himalayan Range  in the Himalayan foothills.

39. National Parks of AJK Musk Deer National Park ( Gurez National Park) Geography There are rugged mountain tracts rising up to an elevation of 3,000m above sea level. average elevation mainly ranges from 1,500-3,000m . It was notified as a national park in 2007 , The park covers a total area of 52,815  ha (528.15 km 2 ).

40. National Parks of AJK Musk Deer National Park ( Gurez National Park) Flora The habitat here consists entirely of  Western Himalayan subalpine conifer forests , covered mainly by trees such as  Blue pine ,  deodar  and  Betula utilis ,  Picea smithiana ,  Abies pindrow   last stands of the endangered  Taxus wallichiana  or Himalayan yew.

41. National Parks of AJK Musk Deer National Park ( Gurez National Park) The national park was established to protect the endangered musk deer . Major mammal species of the park include: Indian leopard ,  Panthera pardus millardi Snow leopard ,  Panthera uncia Leopard cat ,  Prionaillurus bengalensis bengalensis Himalayan brown bear ,  Ursus arctos isabellinus Himalayan black bear ,  Ursus thibetanus laniger Himalayan wolf ,  Canis lupus chanco Yellow-throated marten ,  Martes flavigula flavigula Beech marten ,  Martes foina Red giant flying squirrel ,  Petaurista petaurista albiventer Long-tailed marmot ,  Marmota caudata aurea Kashmir stag ,  Cervus elaphus hanglu Himalayan musk deer ,  Moschus leucogaster

42. National Parks of AJK Musk Deer National Park ( Gurez National Park) Birds of the park include: Himalayan snowcock ,  Tetrrogallus himalayensis Himalayan monal ,  Lophophorus imejanus Koklass pheasant ,  Pucrasia malphora Himalayan vulture ,  Gyps himlayensis

43. National Parks of AJK Machiara National Park Machiara National Park  is a Pakistani national park near  Muzaffarabad . Established in 1996 . The park covers an area of 33,437 acres.

44. National Parks of AJK Machiara National Park Fauna The species include  snow leopard Kashmir musk deer   western tragopan ,  cheer pheasant   Himalayan vulture Himalayan quail   Important Bird Area  (IBA) by  BirdLife International .

45. National Parks of AJK Panjal Mastan National Park The Panjal Mastan National Park, located in the   Bagh District  sits at an average elevation of 2,800 metres (9,200  ft ) above sea level. Covering an area of 300 square kilometres .

46. National Parks of AJK Panjal Mastan National Park Panjal Mastan has a  subtropical highland climate Located in the western part of the outer  Pir Panjal range Panjal Mastan is home to a variety of rare species, including  leopards  from the nearby  Galiyat region . Common wildlife includes  Rhesus macaque ,  Wild boar ,  fox , and numerous bird species, such as the  cheer pheasant  and  kalij pheasant . The area is also known for the Panjal vole, a  rodent species  endemic to Pakistan .

47. National Parks of AJK Tolipir National Park Tolipir National Park   located in the Rawlakot The park is situated in the western  Himalayan mountain range , at an altitude of between 1,500 and 7,000 meters above sea level. The area is characterized by rugged terrain and steep mountain slopes, with a number of peaks rising above 6,000 meters.

48. National Parks of AJK Tolipir National Park Fauna: Mammals Rhesus macaque Asian black bear Indian leopard Masked palm civet Indian jackal

49. Conservation Challenges in AJK Deforestation and Illegal Logging Habitat Destruction due to Urbanization Climate Change Impact Human-Wildlife Conflict

50. Conservation Strategies & Management Strengthening Wildlife Protection Laws Community-Based Conservation Programs Eco-Tourism Development Research & Monitoring of Species

51. Role of Protected Areas in Ecotourism Promotion of Sustainable Tourism Economic Benefits for Local Communities Conservation Awareness through Tourism

52. Conclusion & Future Directions Summary of AJK’s Protected Areas ……..? Importance of Continuous Conservation Efforts …….? Call for Sustainable Development Initiatives ………………?

53. List of Protected Areas in AJK S. # Name of Protected Area Classification Area (Ha.) District 1 Ghamot National Park 27271 Neelum 2 Musk Deer NP Gurez National Park 52815 Neelum 3 Machiara National Park 13532 Muzaffarabad 4 Tauli Pir National Park 1000 Poonch 5 Pir Lasura National Park 1580 Kotli 6 Deva Vatala National Park 2993 Bhimber Total area of National Parks 99,191   1 Salkhala Game Reserve 859 Neelum 2 Moji Game Reserve 3859 Muzaffarabad 3 Qazinag Game Reserve 4830 Muzaffarabad 4 Mori Said Ali Game Reserve 273 Bagh 5 Phala Game Reserve 472 Bagh 6 Hillan Game Reserve 384 Bagh 7 Nar Game Reserve 558 Bagh 8 Sudhan Gali Game Reserve 525 Bagh 9 Doom Kalla Game Reserve 715 Bagh 10 Banjonsa Game Reserve 558 Poonch 11 Junjhal Hill Game Reserve 631 Sudhnutti 12 Vatala Game Reserve 500 Bhimber Total area of Game Reserves 14,164   G. total area of 18 Protected Areas 113,355  

54. Sr# Scientific Name Common Name Local Name   Capra ibex sibirica Himalayan Ibex Kil Bakra   Naemorhedus goral Grey Goral Raain or Jungli Bukri   Moschus chrysogaster Himalayan Musk Deer Roans   Canis aureus Asiatic Jackal Gidar   Canis lupus Indian Wolf Bughiar   Vulpes vulpes Common Red Fox Langarhi or Loomri   Felis lynx Himalayan Lynx Bagar Billa   Panthera pardus Panther or Leopard Seehn, Guldar   Uncia uncia Snow Leopard or Ounce Burfani Seehn or Cheeta   Prionailurus bengalensis Leopard cat Seehn Trhinga   Herpestes edwardsi Mangoose Neola   Lutra lutra Common Otter Ludhar   Martes flavigula Yellow throated Marten Ban Trukla   Mustela erminea Stoat or Ermine     Mustela altaica Alpine Weasel     Ursus thibetanus Himalayan Black Bear Kala Richh   Paguma larvata Himalayan Masked Palm Civit Mushki Billi   Pteropus giganteus Indian Flying Fox Bari Chumgadar   Myotis muricola Dark Whiskered Bat Chumgadar   Pipistrellus pipistrellus Common Pipistrelle Chumgadar   Eptesicus serotinus Common Serotine Chumgadar   Hemiechinus collaris Long-eared hedgehog Kundyara Chooha   Crocidura pullata Asiatic White-toothed Shrew Throoee   Suncus murinus Indian Musk Shrew Chchundar   Lepus capensis Cape Hare Khargoash   Ochotona roylei Royle’s Pika or Indian Pika Lunda Chooha   Macaca mulatta Rhesus Macaque Booja, Bundar   Semnopithecus entellus Grey Langur or Hanuman Langur Banter, Langur   Hystrix indica Indian Crested porcupine Seh   Alticola roylei Royle’s High Mountain Vole Unna Chooha   Apodemus rusiges Himalayan Wood Mouse Jungli Chooha   Bandicota bengalensis Indian Mole Rat or Rice Rat Fusli Chooha   Hyperacrius wynnei Murree Vole Unna Choha   Mus musculus Common House mouse Choohi   Rattus rattus Common Rat Chooha   Rattus turkistanicus Turkistan’s Rat Chooha   Hylopetes fimbriatus Small Kash. Flying Squirrel Choti Uran Gulehri   Funambulus pennantii Palm Squirrel Gulehri   Marmota caudata Long-tailed Kashmir Marmot Khunn Chooha   Petaurista petaurista Giant Flying Squirrel Uran Gulehri Wildlife found in AJK Mammals

55. Wildlife found in AJK Birds S No Scientific name Common name Local name 1 Accipiter nisus Eurasian Sparrow Hawk   2 Acridotheres tristis Common Myna Sharik 3 Aegithalos concinnus Red- headed Longtailed Tit   4 Alectoris chukar Chukar Konk 5 Anthus sylvanus Upland Pipit   6 Apus affinis House Swift / Little Swift Terni 7 Apus apus Common Swift   8 Apus pacificus Fork-tailed Swift Tairni 9 Aquila chrysaetos Golden Eagle   10 Cacomantis passerinus Plaintive Cuckoo   11 Callacanthis burtoni Red-browed Finch   12 Carduelis spinoides Himalayan Greenfinch Phita 13 Carpodacus erythrinus Common Rosefinch Pitha 14 Carpodacus nipalensis Dark-breasted Rosefinch Chidi 15 Carpodacus rhodochrous Pink-browed Rosefinch   16 Cephalopyrus flammiceps Fire-capped Tit Pitha 17 Certhia familiaris Common Tree-creeper   18 Certhia himalayana Himalayan Tree Creeper Tuktuka 19 Chaimarrornis leucocephalus White-capped Redstart Chano chidi 20 Cinclus palasii Brown Dipper   21 Circus macrourus Pallid Harrier Hell 22 Cisticola juncidis Streaked Fantail Warbler   23 Clamator jacobinus Pied Crested Cuckoo   24 Columba livia Blue Rock Pigeon Jungli kabootar 25 Copsychus saularis Indian Magpie Robin   26 Coracias benghalensis Indian Roller   27 Coracias garrulous Kashmir Roller   28 Corvus macrorhynchos Jungle crow Kag 29 Delichon dasypus Kashmir House Martin   30 Dendrocopos himalayensis Himalayan Pied Woodpecker   31 Dicrurus leucophaeus Ashy Drongo   32 Dicrurus macrocercus Black Drongo Kal cheet 33 Emberiza cia Rock Bunting Chidi 34 Emberiza fucata Chestnut-eared Bunting   35 Emberiza leucocephalos Pine Bunting   36 Emberiza stewarti White-capped Bunting Chidi 37 Enicurus maculatus Spotted Forktail Janti chidi 38 Enicurus scouleri Little Forktail - 39 Eudynamys scolopacea Koel Kali Koel

56. 40 Falco subbuteo Northern Hobby   41 Falco tinnunculus Common Kestrel Basha 42 Ficedula subrubra Kashmir Red-breasted Flycatcher   43 Ficedula tricolor Slaty-blue Flycatcher   44 Ficedula westermanni Little Pied Flycatcher   45 Garrulax albogularis White-throated Laughing Thrush   46 Garrulax lineatus Himalayan Laughing-thrush Shoar 47 Garrulax variegates Variegated Laughing-thrush   48 Glaucidium cuculoides Himalayan Barred Owlet Uloo 49 Gypaetus barbatus Bearded Vulture or Lammergeier   50 Gyps himalayensis Himalayan Griffon Vulture Hil ganja 51 Hirundo rustica Barn Swallow   52 Hypsipetes madagascariensis Black Bulbul Khusroon 53 Lanius excubitor Great Grey Shrike   54 Lanius schach Rufous-backed Shrike Lindi 55 Lonchura punctulata Scaly-breasted Munia   56 Lophophorus impejanus Himalayan Monal Lanth or Murgh Zarren 57 Lophura leucomelana hamiltonii Kaleej Pheasant Pan Kukar 58 Luscinia pectoralis Black-breasted Rubythroat or West Himalayan Rubythroat   59 Megalaima asiatica Blue-throated Brbet   60 Megalaima virens Great Barbet - 61 Melophus lathami Crested Bunting Kundkoo 62 Monticola cinclorhyncha Blue-capped Rock Thrush - 63 Monticola rufiventris Chestnut-bellied Rock Thrush   64 Monticola solitarius Blue Rock Thrush Dora 65 Motacilla alba White Wagtail Chidi 66 Motacilla cinerea Grey Wagtail Chidi mabola 67 Motacilla citreola Yellow-headed Wagtail Chidi 68 Motacilla flava Yellow Wagtail Chiddi mabola 69 Muscicapa sibirica Sooty or dark-sided Flycatcher   70 Muscicapa striata Spotted Flycatcher   71 Muscicapa thalassina Verditer Flycatcher   72 Mycerobas carnipes White-winged Grosbeak   73 Mycerobas icterioides Black and Yellow Grosbeak - 74 Myiophoneus caeruleus Blue Whistling Thrush Koel 75 Nucifraga caryocatactes Nutcracker   76 Oriolus oriolus Golden Oriole Peelhan 77 Orthotomus sutorius Common Tailorbird Pitha 78 Parus major Great Tit Pitha Wildlife found in AJK Birds

57. 79 Parus melanolophus Crested Black Tit Pitha 80 Parus monticolus Green-backed Tit   81 Parus rufonuchalis Black Crested Tit Pitha 82 Parus xanthogeny Yellow-cheeked Tit   83 Passer domesticus House Sparrow Chidi 84 Passer rutilans Russet Sparrow Chidi 85 Pericrocotus ethologus Long-tailed Minivet   86 Pericrocotus flammeus Scarlet Minivet Guddi 87 Pericrocotus roseus Rosy Minivet   88 Phoenicurus phoenicurus Common Redstart - 89 Phylloscopus affinis Tickell’s Leaf Warbler   90 Phylloscopus collybita Common Chiffchaff Pitha 91 Phylloscopus inornatus Yellow-browed or Hume’s Leaf Warbler   92 Phylloscopus magnirostris Large-billed Leaf Warbler - 93 Phylloscopus proregulus Lemon-rumped leaf warbler   94 Phylloscopus trochiloides Greenish Warbler   95 Phylloscopus tytleri Tytler’s or Slender billed Leaf Warbler   96 Picus squamatus Scally-bellied Woodpecker Mahi 97 Prinia criniger Brown Hill Warbler   98 Prinia inornata Plain Prinia Pitha 99 Prunella collaris Alpine Accentor   100 Prunella strophiata Rufous-breasted Accentor   101 Psittacula krameri Rose-ringed Parakeet Tota 102 Pucrasia macrolopha Koklas Pheasant Pehagar 103 Pycnonotus cafer Red-vented Bulbul Khursoon 104 Pycnonotus leucogenys White-cheeked Bulbul Khursoon 105 Pyrrhocorax graculus Yellow-billed Chough - 106 Pyrrhocorax pyrrhocorax Red-billed Chough   107 Regulus regulus Goldcrest - 108 Rhipidura albicollis White-throated Fantail Flycatcher - 109 Rhyacornis fuliginosus Plumbeous Redstart - 110 Riparia riparia Collard Sand Martin   111 Saxicola caprata Pied Bush-Chat - 112 Saxicola ferrea Grey Bush-Chat   113 Saxicola torquata Stonechat Phtha Chidi 114 Seicercus xanthoschistos Grey headed flycatcher warbler - 115 Sitta cashmirensis Kashmir Nuthatch Tuktuka 116 Sitta leucopsis White-cheeked Nuthatch   117 Streptopelia chinensis Spotted Dove Kogi Wildlife found in AJK Birds

58. 118 Streptopelia decaocto Collard Dove Kogi 119 Streptopelia orientalis Oriental Turtle Dove Kogi 120 Streptopelia tranquebarica Red Turtle Dove Kogi 121 Strix leptogrammica Brown Wood Owl Ulloo 122 Sturnus pagodarum Brahminy Starling Turk Sharik 123 Sturnus vulgaris Common Starling Tiliar 124 Tarsiger cyanurus Orange-flanked Bush Robin - 125 Terpsiphone paradisi Asian Paradise Flycatcher Dood malai 126 Tetragallus himalayensis Himalayan Snowcock Ram Chukar or Pharal 127 Tragopan melanocephalus Western Tragopan Dangir 128 Turdus philomelos Song Thrush   129 Turdus ruficollis Dark-throated Thrush   130 Turdus unicolor Tickell’s Thrush   131 Turdus viscivorus Mistle Thrush   132 Upupa epops Common Hoopoe Hudhud Chiryoo ka Badshah 133 Urocissa flavirostris Yellow-billed Blue Magpie Chinchara 134 Zosterops palpebrosa Oriental White-eye   Wildlife found in AJK Birds

59. Serial # Scientific Name Common Name Local Name   Labeo micropthalamus Small-head Carp Dumbra   Puntius ticto Spotted Chilwa Chiddu   Schizopyge esocinus Speckled Snow Carp Mulli, Aasala   Racoma labiata Protruded-lip Snow Carp Chan Machli   Schizothorax plagiostomus Sucking-mouth Snow Carp Mulli   Schistura alepidota Dotted Loach Sundali   Schistura nalbanti Nalbant’s Loach Singhat   Triplophysa kashmirensis Kashmir’s Loach Sundali   Oncorhynchus mykiss Rainbow Trout Trout   Salmo trutta fario Brown Trout Trout   Glyptosternum reticulatum Reticulate Cat Fish Nai   Glyptothorax kashmirensis Kashmir’s Cat Fish Nai   Glyptothorax platypogonoides Broad-barble Cat Fish Singhi Muchli   Glyptothorax plectinopterus Serrated –fin Cat Fish Nai   Glyptothorax stocki Slender-body Cat Fish Pahari Khagha Wildlife found in AJK Fish Species

60. Serial # Scientific Name Common Name Local Name   Hemidactylus flaviviridis Yellow-green House Gecko Chipkali   Hemidactylus brooki Brook’s House Gecko Chipkali   Calotes versicolor farooqi Farooq’s Garden Lizard Girgat   Laudakia agrorensis Agror Rock Agama Sanda   Laudakia tuberculata Kashmir Rock Agama Sanda   Eumeces taeniolatus Yellow-bellied Mole Skink Chipkali, Baamni   Scincella himalayana Himalayan Ground Skink Chipkali   Varanus bengalensis Bengal Monitor Go, Kas Kro Wildlife found in AJK Lizard Species

61. List of Snake species Serial # Scientific Name Common Name Local Name   Ramphotyphlops braminus Brahminy Blind Snake Unna Sapp   Amphiesma platyceps Himalayan Mountain Keelback Sapp   Amphiesma stolatum Striped Keelback Dharidar Sapp   Boiga trigonata Common Cat Snake Sapp   Coluber ladacensis Mountain Racer Sapp   Oligodon arnensis Russet Kukri Snake Sapp   Psamophis leithii Pakistan Ribbon Snake Sapp   Ptyas mucosus Dhaman, Rat Snake Choohamar   Spalerosophis atriceps Eastern Diadem Snake Sapp   Xenochrophis piscator Checkered Keelback Dabbidar Sapp   Bungarus caeruleus Indian Krait Sangchoor   Naja oxiana Oxus Cobra Chajla Sapp   Gloydius himalayanus Himalayan Pit Viper Khudd Chitra

62. List of Amphibians Species ( Anura ) Serial # Scientific Name Common Name Local Name   Bufo himalayanus Himalayan Toad Dudd   Bufo melanostictus Asian Garden Toad Dudd   Bufo pseudoraddei pseudoraddei Mertens’ Green Toad Dudd   Bufo stomaticus Marbelled Toad Dudd   Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis Skittering Frog Dudd   Hoplobatrachus tigerinus Tiger Frog Dudd   Limnonectis syhadrensis Peninsular Cricket Frog Dudd