A total of nearly 10,000 acres will be added to the Mainmahlakyun Wildlife Sanctuary in Bogale Township, Pyapon District, Ayeyawady Region, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation.

The Mainmahlakyun Wildlife Sanctuary covers an area of 52.78 square miles. It serves as a breeding ground for 18 species of mammals, 190 species of birds, 38 species of amphibians and reptiles, 110 species of fish, six species of crabs, 14 species of prawns, 35 species of butterflies, 29 species of mangroves, and six species of orchids, as well as Irrawaddy dolphins and turtle species.

“Currently, we have a total area of nearly 10,000 acres to expand. The reason for the expansion is to support the flyway of wintering birds, as the sanctuary is located along this route. Therefore, it has been designated as an important wetland area. We are planning to expand it so that migratory birds from around the world can roost along this route,” said Daw Zin Mar Tun, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation. ASH/ MKKS

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