Phuntsho Wangdi (Forest Ranger I)

I hold a Diploma in Forestry and began my professional career in 2017. For eight years, I served as the Beat In-Charge at Kangpara Beat Office under the Trashigang Forest Division, where I gained hands-on experience in forest management, conservation, and community engagement.

Alongside my professional responsibilities, I have pursued my passion for the study of pteridophytes (ferns and their allies) in Bhutan. I am a co-author of the reference work Pteridophytes of Bhutan: A Taxonomic Enumeration, a comprehensive checklist documenting the country’s fern diversity. Through my field explorations, I have documented 21 fern species that are new to the known flora of Bhutan published in Fern Gazette, including one species new to science, Diplazium phuntshoi, which was named in my honor in recognition of my contributions. 

Official Email: phuntshow@uwice.gov.bt
Alternative Email: wangdiphuntsho15@gmail.com
Mobile Phone: +975-17645269
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