Guwahati, Aug. 27 -- Wildlife conservationists on Wednesday appealed to the Assam government to take immediate and stronger measures to protect and develop Sasoni Merbil.

A lesser-known wetland in Dibrugarh district, has the potential to be an eco-tourism hotspot.

Located under Nahorkatia Revenue Circle, Sasoni Merbil is a unique wetland ecosystem often described as an "island of biodiversity."

Spread across a mystic landscape, it is home to numerous bird species, orchids, butterflies, fish, tortoises and even snakes.

It is one of Upper Assam's richest natural treasures.

Wildlife conservationist Devajit Moran said, "Sasoni Merbil is not just a wetland, it is a living orchestra of nature where birds, orchids and wild habitats exist in...