Pulincunnoo Grama Panchayat, located in Kuttanadu taluk of Alappuzha district, is located in the heart of Kuttanadu, one of the most important wetland ecosystems in Kerala. This area is rich in water bodies, paddy fields, backwaters, canals, islets and diverse flora and fauna, and is a remarkable biodiversity heritage.
The People's Biodiversity Register (PBR) is an official document prepared to preserve the natural resources and traditional knowledge of Pulinkunnu for future generations. This register is prepared by the Biodiversity Management Committee (BMC) of the local self-government bodies as part of the Biodiversity Act, 2002.
🌱 Key biodiversity features of Pulincunnoo
- ✓ Kuttanad's unique wetland ecosystem
- ✓ Ecological wealth of paddy fields, backwaters and canals
- ✓ Presence of migratory and native birds
- ✓ Various species of fish and aquatic life
- ✓ Medicinal plants and endemic plant resources
- ✓ Local knowledge related to agricultural traditions
📘 People's Biodiversity Register (PBR)
The People's Biodiversity Register is a comprehensive database of the Panchayat's biodiversity, local species, traditional knowledge, natural resource use patterns, and conservation activities.
This document, prepared with the participation of local people and in collaboration with experts, serves as a guideline for the sustainable use and conservation of natural resources.
🎯 Objectives of the Biodiversity Register
- Documenting local biodiversity
- Protecting traditional knowledge
- Identifying rare and endangered species
- Strengthening environmental awareness
- Supporting sustainable development activities
- Preserving natural resources for future generations
“Conserving biodiversity is not only a responsibility to nature, but also our duty to future generations.”
Pulincunnoo Grama Panchayat is committed to preserving the natural heritage of Kuttanad.
