Government of NCT of Delhi

Wildlife in Delhi

In broader sense, Wildlife includes any animal, aquatic or land vegetation which forms part of any habitat.

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About Wildlife WingKnow more about our mission and activities. Wild Animal Rescue ServicesCompassion in action for our planet's creatures. Asola-Bhatti Wildlife SanctuaryDelhi's best kept natural secret.

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Delhi’s Fauna & Flora

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Mammals

22 species recorded

Birds

471 species recorded

Reptiles

22 species recorded

Snakes

12 species recorded

Butterflies

86 species recorded

Flora

237 species

Protecting Delhi’s wildlife and natural habitats

Wildlife includes animals and aquatic or terrestrial vegetation forming part of any habitat. Delhi’s diverse ecosystems support mammals, birds, reptiles, butterflies and plants across forest, wetland, ridge and urban landscapes.

22Mammals

471Birds

86Butterflies

237Flora

Latest Notifications

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Appointment of Forest Officers under the Indian Forest Act, 1927Notification Standard Operating Procedure for Legal Procurement CertificateNotification Delhi Wild Life (Protection) Rules, 1973Notification

Publications

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Delhi Bird Atlas, 2026Publication Management Plan of Asola Bhatti Wildlife SanctuaryPublication Mammals of Delhi - BookletPublication

State Bird of Delhi

House Sparrow

Passer domesticusLocally known as घरेलू गौरैया