Tamenglong, February 27: The Manipur Amur Falcon Tracking Project Phase–II is yielding important insights into the migratory journey of Amur falcons, with three satellite-tagged birds successfully reaching Africa within days of their release.
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| Satellite-tagged Amur falcon released from Tamenglong under Manipur’s Phase–II tracking project before its migration to Africa. |
The initiative, led by the Forest Department Manipur in collaboration with the Wildlife Institute of India, saw three Amur falcons - Ahu, Alang and Apapang - fitted with satellite transmitters and released from the Chiuluan Roosting Site in Tamenglong district on November 8, 2025. The tagging and release were carried out by scientists, officials of the Tamenglong Forest Division and local village volunteers.
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According to tracking data, the birds completed their transcontinental journey to Africa within 9–10 days and are currently continuing their winter migration across different regions of the continent. Ahu has been located in Somalia, Apapang in Zimbabwe and Alang in Botswana. Officials confirmed that all three falcons remain active and healthy.
The project underscores Manipur’s continued commitment to wildlife conservation, scientific research and the protection of migratory bird species through community participation and advanced satellite monitoring technology.
