Top 10 Bird Watching Destinations in India You Can't Miss
By Priyanka Roshan | Sept 12, 2024
India is home to a wide variety of bird species, making it a paradise for bird watchers. Here are the top 10 bird sanctuaries in India that you must visit:
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Keoladeo is home to over 370 species, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts.
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Located along Vembanad Lake, this sanctuary attracts migratory birds such as herons and storks amidst Kerala's scenic backwaters.
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Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, famous for flamingos and pelicans. Winter months offer excellent bird-watching opportunities.
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Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary, Arunachal Pradesh
A Northeastern hotspot, Eaglenest is known for rare species like the Bugun Liocichla, offering a peaceful retreat for bird lovers.
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This vast wetland is home to flamingos, pelicans, and herons, and offers boat rides for up-close views of migratory birds.
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Situated on the Kaveri River, Ranganathittu attracts thousands of migratory birds, including spoonbills and painted storks.
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Also known as the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, it’s famous for its endemic species like the Malabar Trogon and Grey-headed Bulbul.
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Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary, Uttarakhand
In the Himalayas, Binsar offers excellent bird-watching opportunities with species like woodpeckers, blackbirds, and parakeets.
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Renowned for its rhinos, Kaziranga also hosts 500+ bird species, including the black-necked stork and hornbill.
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A hidden gem in the Eastern Himalayas, this park is home to species like the red-headed trogon and golden-throated barbet.
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