Being a bird, what must it feel like? The ability to fly, to have a look at things from a different perspective. It must be wonderful. It comes as no shock that birds travel a lot from place to place and must witness so many beautiful locations.
India is blessed to have a rich variety of flora and fauna. Adding to the beauty and charm of India, several Migratory Birds come here every year in the months of Summer and Winter. So, for all the bird lovers, animal lovers, nature lovers, here is a list of famous bird sanctuaries in India you can visit in Winters to see the magnificent migratory birds along with various other species of birds and animals:
Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat:
The best time to visit the Nal Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, situated a few km to the south of Ahmedabad is during the winters. The months between November and February are considered to be the prime time to visit this sanctuary. The Sanctuary is filled with migratory birds during this time and attracts thousands of tourists every year. Demoiselle Crane, Red-naped Ibis, Painted Stork, Western Swamphen are some of the migratory birds that can be spotted in the Bird Sanctuary during the winter season.
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Rajasthan:
Formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Keoladeo National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Winter Home to thousands of Migratory Birds, Keoladeo National Park is one of the best tourist destinations in India. Painted Stork, Lesser Whistling Ducks, Greater Spotted Eagle, Sarus Crane, Heron are some of the migratory birds that can be spotted in the National Park.
Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Maharashtra:
12 km away from Panvel is a magical place full of winged creatures who keep the atmosphere of the place alive at all times. With Karnala Fort at the center, this Bird Sanctuary is definitely a place one should visit to experience a retreat, a time away from the hustle and bustle of city life. As many as 103 species of birds can be found at the sanctuary.
Nelapattu Bird sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh:
Home to various rich bird species such as SpoonBill, Open Bill Stork, etc. is this pleasant place situated in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh. This sanctuary is considered to be an important breeding ground for spot-billed pelicans. The sanctuary attracts tourists from all over the world to witness birds such as Oriental darter, Garganey, Asian Openbill, little cormorant, Eurasian coot.
Chilka Lake Bird Sanctuary, Orissa:
Home to about 60 bird species during the months of October-March, Chilka Lake Bird Sanctuary is Asia’s biggest internal saltwater pond. October-March is considered to be the best time to visit the place although the weather is moderately warm throughout the year, during these months the lake is filled with migratory birds. Purple Moorhen, Jacana, Flamingos, White-bellied sea eagles are some of the birds that can be spotted at this Bird Sanctuary.
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Goa:
Not just a holiday destination for youngsters but Goa is also a must-visit place for bird lovers. Accessed by a ferry service running between Ribander and Chorao is a Mangrove Habitat which is popularly known as Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. With many migratory birds, it is one of the smallest bird sanctuaries with birds such as flying sparrows, Parrots, and pelicans that attract tourists from all over the world.
Migratory birds have seasonal homes. This means that when a particular season comes, they leave their home and travel to a different place, maybe near, maybe far in search of food, shelter, a place to breed, and proper weather conditions. They return when the weather is more favorable. Birds’ migratory homes may be located as far as thousands of miles or as may be just down the hill. Different migratory birds have different patterns.
