Rare bird spotted in Corbett Tiger Reserve; Conservationists hail it as positive sign

A rare bird sighting in Uttarakhand's Corbett Tiger Reserve has excited birdwatchers and conservationists alike. Wildlife photographer Deep Rajwar has documented a Greater Painted-Snipe with two chicks, a sighting that he says provides the first scientific evidence of the species successfully breeding in the Corbett landscape. The video shared by PTI on X, the observation is being seen as an encouraging indicator of the reserve's healthy wetland ecosystem. Experts believe such breeding records are valuable because they help scientists better understand species distribution and the effectiveness of habitat conservation efforts.A rare find inside corbettThe Greater Painted-Snipe is a rare wetland bird which is usually heard than seen. Unlike many other bird species, it usually spends most of its time hiding itself in high grass and marsh vegetation.