Mammals:
Royal Bengal Tiger (Panthera Tigris Tigris)
- One of the most iconic animals of Bangladesh, the Royal Bengal Tiger is found primarily in the Sundarbans mangrove forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is critically endangered due to habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict.
Royal Bengal Tiger (Panthera Tigris Tigris)
- One of the most iconic animals of Bangladesh, the Royal Bengal Tiger is found primarily in the Sundarbans mangrove forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is critically endangered due to habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict.
Birds:
Bengal Florican (Houbaropsis bengalensis)
- This critically endangered bird is found in the grasslands of the Bengal region. It is threatened by habitat loss due to agricultural expansion.
Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis)
- A common bird species found in Bangladesh, the spotted dove is often seen in urban areas as well as rural farmland.
Bengal Florican (Houbaropsis bengalensis)
- This critically endangered bird is found in the grasslands of the Bengal region. It is threatened by habitat loss due to agricultural expansion.
Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis)
- A common bird species found in Bangladesh, the spotted dove is often seen in urban areas as well as rural farmland.
Reptiles:
Saltwater Crocodile (Corcodilos porous)
- Found in the Sundarbans and coastal regions, the saltwater crocodile is one of the largest living reptiles. Although it is endangered, the Sundarbans is one of its last strongholds.
King Cobra (Ophiophagus Hannah)
- The king cobra, the longest venomous snake in the world, can be found in Bangladesh’s forests and wetlands. It is revered and feared in many cultures.
Ganges River Dolphin (Platanista genetical)
- This freshwater dolphin is native to the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna river system, including parts of Bangladesh. It is considered endangered due to habitat degradation and water pollution.
Saltwater Crocodile (Corcodilos porous)
- Found in the Sundarbans and coastal regions, the saltwater crocodile is one of the largest living reptiles. Although it is endangered, the Sundarbans is one of its last strongholds.
King Cobra (Ophiophagus Hannah)
- The king cobra, the longest venomous snake in the world, can be found in Bangladesh’s forests and wetlands. It is revered and feared in many cultures.
Ganges River Dolphin (Platanista genetical)
- This freshwater dolphin is native to the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna river system, including parts of Bangladesh. It is considered endangered due to habitat degradation and water pollution.
Hilsa Fish (Tenualosa Ilesha)
- The Hilsa is a significant species in Bangladesh’s rivers and fishing industry. It is the country's national fish and is known for its taste and cultural importance.
- A common freshwater fish in Bangladesh, the mrigal carp is an important part of the country's aquaculture and fishing industry.
Hilsa Fish (Tenualosa Ilesha)
- The Hilsa is a significant species in Bangladesh’s rivers and fishing industry. It is the country's national fish and is known for its taste and cultural importance.
- A common freshwater fish in Bangladesh, the mrigal carp is an important part of the country's aquaculture and fishing industry.
Insects:
Butterflies - Bangladesh is home to numerous butterfly species, including the common crow (Euploea core), the large tiger (Danaus tigrine), and the common tiger (Danaus genutia).
Butterflies - Bangladesh is home to numerous butterfly species, including the common crow (Euploea core), the large tiger (Danaus tigrine), and the common tiger (Danaus genutia).
Conservation Efforts:
Bangladesh has made significant efforts to conserve its wildlife, including the establishment of national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and protected areas. Notable among these are the Sundarbans, home to the Royal Bengal Tiger, and the Kaptai National Park in the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The country has also enacted laws to protect wildlife, including the Wildlife (Conservation and Security) Act of 2012. However, challenges like habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict remain significant threats to biodiversity in Bangladesh.
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