The Floating Islands of Loktak
Manipur's Loktak Lake is home to the world's only floating national park. The lake features "Phumdis," unique, heterogeneous masses of vegetation, soil, and organic matter that float on the water's surface. These floating islands support the endangered Sangai (brow antlered deer). This delicate ecosystem serves as a vital carbon sink and a natural water purifier, showcasing how traditional biodiversity can survive within unique geological formations through community-led conservation efforts.