What is the Red Data Book and who publishes it?

The Red Data Book is a comprehensive record that provides information about species that are threatened, endangered, or at risk of extinction. It includes details about the conservation status, population trends, distribution, and threats faced by various species of plants and animals. The Red Data Book is published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature through its Red List of Threatened Species, which is widely recognized as the most authoritative global database for assessing species conservation status. In India, the Zoological Survey of India and Botanical Survey of India also contribute to documenting threatened species. This resource is essential for guiding conservation policies, research, and environmental management.