Koshi Tappu “Nepal’s Wetland Wildlife Paradise.”

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve is a unique and ecologically important protected wetland located in the southeastern Terai region of Nepal along the floodplains of the Sapta Koshi River. Established in 1976, the reserve was primarily created to protect Nepal’s last remaining population of wild water buffalo (Arna), one of the most endangered large mammals in South Asia. Covering vast areas of wetlands, grasslands, marshes, and riverine forests, Koshi Tappu was declared Nepal’s first Ramsar Site in 1987, recognizing its global importance as a wetland ecosystem. The reserve is especially famous for its exceptional bird diversity, hosting hundreds of resident and migratory bird species, including many rare and endangered waterbirds, making it a paradise for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. In addition to birds, the reserve supports a variety of wildlife such as deer, wild boar, crocodiles, and aquatic species, while also playing a crucial role in flood control, biodiversity conservation, and supporting local communities through ecotourism.