Guwahati, June 20 -- Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah on Saturday highlighted the importance of conserving the state's rich biodiversity by sharing a video featuring a spotted owlet, one of the most commonly found owl species in Assam, documented by noted wildlife photographer Nilutpal Mahanta.

The Assam Forest Minister shared a video on social media and emphasised that the state's greatest natural strength lies in its diverse flora and fauna, calling for greater awareness and conservation of wildlife species that are often misunderstood.

"Assam's biggest power is its diverse flora and fauna. A spotted owlet, one of the common owls of Assam, well documented by Wildlife Photographer Dr. @NilutpalMahanta. Let's break the myths an...