About NBC
Bhutan became a party to and ratified the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in 1995 by the 73rd session of the National Assembly, recognizing the importance of biodiversity to humankind and its own goal of environmentally sustainable development and committed leadership in environmental conservation. The CBD is one of the most comprehensive international agreements, signed by 193 countries committed to the conservation and sustainable utilization of biological resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from access to biological resources. Bhutan also signed the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-Sharing in 2011 to enable meaningful ABS collaborations that will benefit the country and the people at large through regulated access to biological resources in the country. The National Biodiversity Centre was designated as the National Focal Point for Nagoya Protocol on access to genetic resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization at the 44th Commission meeting of the National Environment Commission.
Biological resources effectively conserved, sustainable used and benefits equitably shared for enhancement of livelihood, food security and environmental well-being of the country.
Effective conservation, sustainable utilization and equitable sharing of benefits arising from access and use of biological resources.
To become a premier institute on biodiversity in the country resulting in the effective management of biodiversity and maximizing the benefits from it as well as contributing to international efforts toward conserving biodiversity.
News and Events
New Variety of Musa balbisiana discovered in Bhutan
Musa balbisiana, also known simply as plantain, is a wild-type species of banana. A new variety of this species, Musa balbisiana var. bhutanensis, has been discovered in Tingtibi, Zhemgang by Phub Gyeltshen and his team. Locals have been using this … Continued
Final Consultation Meeting on the Fifth NBSAP
The National Biodiversity Centre (NBC), under the Ministry of Agriculture and livestock (MoAL), is currently updating Bhutan’s fifth National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plan (NBSAP). This plan serves as the national guiding framework for conserving biodiversity and promoting the sustainable … Continued
NBC Welcomes Dr. Barbara Meurer
NBC is thrilled to welcome Dr. Barbara Meurer, GAICD, a Biodiversity and Bioprospecting Expert, as part of the Australian Volunteer Program in Bhutan. Dr. Barbara joined National Biodiversity Centre on March 3, 2025, and will be with us for the … Continued
Private Sector Consultation Workshop for the 5th NBSAP
The National Biodiversity Centre (NBC) conducted a Private Sector Consultation Workshop on 5th March 2024 at Hotel Legphel, Phuentsholing, as part of the ongoing revision of Bhutan’s Fifth National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAP). The workshop aimed to raise … Continued
New Orchid Discovery in Bhutan
The National Biodiversity Centre (NBC) is pleased to announce the discovery of a new orchid species, Zeuxine drukyulensis, from the warm broadleaved forests of western Bhutan. This discovery brings Bhutan’s Bhutan’s total recorded orchid species to 499, further highlighting the … Continued
NBC Concludes Final Regional Consultation on NBSAP in Paro
The National Biodiversity Centre (NBC) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL), in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Climate Change (DECC), Technical Working Group (TWG) members from various agencies, and the UNDP Bhutan office, successfully conducted the … Continued
Announcements
Change in Nomenclature of Conservation Centers
The National Biodiversity Centre (NBC) would like to notify that two conservation centers under the Animal Genetic Resources Program have been renamed as per the letter no: RCSC/HRMD/11/2024/4442. The changes are as follows: National Nublang Breeding Centre, Tashiyangphu is now … Continued
Embrace Nature’s Elegance: Call to Rent Our Botanical Café!
The National Biodiversity Centre would like to inform the interested individuals that the much awaited Botanical Cafe is now available for rent, providing the ideal backdrop for unforgettable moments while enjoying serenity of our botanical haven. The Botanical Cafe, located … Continued
The Centre launches Pangtse Makhu!
The Centre is pleased to announce the monumental launch of Pangtse Makhu. Pangtse Makhu is a traditionally used cooking oil produced by small farming communities in the Punakha Dzongkhag and elsewhere where the plant is found. It is made from … Continued
Web applications
Bhutan Biodiversity Specimen Portal
A suite of user-friendly, web-based biological specimen data portal
Videos
Publications
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