National Birds Day: 5 bird sanctuaries to explore in India
Every year, December 5 is observed as National Birds Day to spread awareness about the habitat of birds and their living conditions.
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Several bird sanctuaries in India are home to hundreds of species of birds. Here are some bird sanctuaries you can explore in India.
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Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
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Nestled in the greenery of Goa, this bird sanctuary gets its name from the late Dr Salim Moizzudin Abdul Ali, a renowned ornithologist. You can visit this sanctuary to spot birds like mynahs, purple herons, eagles and drongos.
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Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
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Situated in Rajasthan's Bharatpur, this bird sanctuary has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It provides shelter to 360 species of birds and includes animals such as Sambar, Nilgai and Chital.
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Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary
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This beautiful lush green bird sanctuary in Haryana is a popular tourist destination. Here, you can spot a variety of migratory birds from Siberia, Turkey and East European countries.
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Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
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This bird sanctuary in Kerala is nestled on the banks of the Vembanad lake. It offers scenic views of its lush green landscape which is home to hundreds of species of birds.
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Chilika Lake Bird Sanctuary
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This popular bird sanctuary in Orissa is a perfect place for birdwatchers and nature lovers. It offers mesmerising views of flocks of flamingos, geese and herons thronging the Chilka lake.