The first day of the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) in Mysuru, which kicked off on Friday, has reinforced the rich biodiversity of Kukkarahalli Lake and the imperatives of its conservation.
For, as many as 62 species of birds were found in the lake precincts which is located in the heart of the city and has emerged as a favourite spot for morning walkers in Mysuru.
A major lung space, environmentalists are constantly battling the authorities keen on promoting ‘development’ to the detriment of the lake and its ecosystem.