Top 15 Bird Sanctuaries in India | Styles At Life

A person, who likes to do bird watching, can find several types of Himalayan species and also some inhabitant avian species of the Indian subcontinent in the popular sanctuaries. Usually a person can find several varieties of sparrows, or the quail or the cranes here. If a person sees these parks in the then they can find several types of Himalayan species here. Amongst them the macaws and other varieties of budgerigars and parakeets are quite popular. Owning to the mass destruction of the forests due to deforestation and also due to several factories which are making the waters and also the forests polluted, several preservation areas have been built by the government where several species of animals can survive. Not only this, but there are also other attractions like the popular basins and the estuarine lakes or the dams which are many of the other attractions surrounding there national parks. A person can also see the Horn Bill, Ostrich, the national Peacock and Indian Bustard which is an endangered species in these protected environments.

Below are the top 15 bird sanctuaries in India that are very popular.

1. Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary:

Sultanpur is the home for several species of colourful birds. This is located in the Gurgaon of Haryana. This is not a large area but is known for its diversity which gives a home to all these aves. There is also a lake which many people go to see. This has fresh water in it and many Himalayan species come to this lake from northern neighbouring countries. This also has several flying forms of predators. A person can even see several types of parrots and other macaw here.

2. Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary:

This is a very popular national park. Several people come to see the wide diversity of the various types of avian species that come to this place from several other places especially from Himalayan regions. A person can see several varieties of rare species here. It also is a place where a person can find a wide diversity of these avian species. This is a famous destination which a person should not miss when that person sees the other parts of Rajasthan. Rajasthan hosts thousands of people only for this park. A person who sees the Great Thar and also the historical forts of this place, that person also sees these here. Several endangered avian species also come to this place.

3. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary:

This is where a person can find several types of diversity amongst the avian species. A person can also see several colourful varieties of Flamingos and other macaw here. A very famous river here is the Mandovi in Goa. The most commonly seen of the species here are the Pelican, The parrots, sparrows and peafowls.

4. Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary:

This is on the banks of river kaveri. This is in the district of Karnataka. A person can see several varieties of colourful flying avian here like the River Tern, the Snake Bird, the Egret and Heron which are very popular. This place is a very popular attraction for many people who like to see the Brindavan gardens and also the adjoining popular water dams of this area.

5. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary:

This is also known as Vembanad park and is an attraction of kerala. Since this is situated near Vembanad lake a person can see several colourful varieties of flying species here. A person can also see the popularly known Flycatcher, Siberian Stork and Wood Beetle. Amongst others, the parakeets and macaws and some varieties of sparrows can be seen.

6. Kanwar Lake Bird Sanctuary:

This is situated at Bihar and is a preserved area for several varieties of colourful species of avian family. There are also other scenic attractions here like the forests of the adjoining areas.

7. Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary:

A person can see the common sandpiper, the sparrows, parakeets and pintails here. There is a popular lake known as vedanthakal lake. This is one of the very ancient preservations. A person can also see the adjoined forest areas and this is in the state of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. This is quite scenic for people to see.

8. Chilka Lake Bird Sanctuary:

This is amongst the most popular spots in India. The pear shaped lake of Chilka is quite popular for this and many people like to see this for the vast forests and the greenery.

9. Sitanadi National Park:

This popular park is in Chattisgarh. A person can also find other types of wild life here.

10. Dhumkal National Park:

This is in Gujrat. Apart from its varied diversity, this place has preserved species of a number of wild animals.

See More:  Famous Wildlife Sanctuaries In India

11. Kaundinya Bird Sanctuary:

This is in Andhra Pradesh and there are also popular valleys here. Notable fresh water streams here are the Kaigal and Kaundinya. A person can also see the Kolleru Lake here.

12. Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary:

This is very popular for its lake. A person can see several varieties of Flamingos and Avocets here. This is in the state of Gujarat. This also has other attractions besides the scenery of the lake.

See More:  List Of National Parks In India

13. Mayani Bird Sanctuary:

This is in the Satara District of Maharashtra. If a person wants to see Siberian flamingos then this is a popular place to see that. There are also other attractions like the colourful parakeets and also some. People can also take a pet safari ride and see these in some preserved areas. Several varieties of the macaw family are quite popular here and also there are other attractions like the sparrows.

14. Thol National Park:

This is popular for its species and also has attractive lake areas which a person can see. This is situated in Gujrat near the Thol lake.

See More:  Endangered Animals In India

15. Bondla National Park:

This is another popular bird preservation park in Goa. A person can find several varieties of even endangered avian species here. A well known amongst these are the Indian Peafowl.

Images Source: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15.