The Amur falcon is a migratory bird that travels over 22,000 km from Siberia to Southern Africa. It is known for its remarkable endurance and ability to fly non-stop for days. In India, these falcons stop in Nagaland during their migration. They are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. The locals celebrate their arrival, highlighting the species' ecological importance.
A satellite-tagged male Amur falcon named Apapang successfully completed a 4,700-kilometer non-stop flight from Somalia to central India in 95 hours on May 5, 2026. This journey involved...
