Mainland Serow species was recently seen in Raimona National Park .

Why in News? Mainland Serow species was recently seen in Raimona National Park .
About it :

The mainland serow (Capricornis sumatraensis), also known as the common serow, is a species of goat-antelope found in various mountainous regions of South and Southeast Asia.

The Mainland Serow population is widely distributed in the neighboring Phibsoo Wildlife Sanctuary and the Royal Manas National Park of Bhutan, which may contribute to the population recovery in Raimona National Park.

Raimona National Park is a protected area located in the Indian state of Assam. It is one of the newest additions to India’s network of national parks, having been officially declared as such in June 2021.

Location:
Geographical Area: Raimona National Park is situated in the Kokrajhar district of Assam. It is part of the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity region.
Proximity: The park is contiguous with the Phipsoo Wildlife Sanctuary in Bhutan, forming part of a larger transboundary conservation landscape.
Flora and Fauna:
Biodiversity: Raimona National Park is rich in biodiversity and is home to a variety of species of both flora and fauna.
Flora: The park includes diverse forest types such as sal forests, tropical semi-evergreen forests, and riverine forests. It also features grasslands and wetland ecosystems.
Fauna: The park is a habitat for several important species including the golden langur, which is an endangered primate species. Other notable species include the Asian elephant, Royal Bengal tiger, Indian gaur (bison), clouded leopard, and several species of deer and birds.