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Faunal diversity refers to the diversity of animals that are native to or indigenous to that particular place and that live there. It includes odonates (predators), coleopteran, hymenoptera (pollinators), herpetofauna, avifauna, fish, mammals, and butterflies. Animal diversity assessment describes their food, habitat, ecology, and their population. To evaluate the status of the faunal diversity of Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow a survey was conducted. The goal of the study was to identify and catalogue the many families, genera, and species of animals that can be found in the area, as well as their distribution and habitats. The study includes a total of 56 species, which were detected during a period of 4 months, from January to April 2023. These species belonged to 4 phyla. The Phylum Arthropoda has the highest species abundance, with a total of 30 species accounting for 54% of all species. According to the observational study, the presence of green areas, variety of vegetation and water facilities made it a significant home for various animal species. The study emphasizes the value of preserving or expanding green spaces at educational institutions to support biodiversity conservation efforts and provide habitat for animal species.