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| Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary- KARNATAKA |
Location
Ranganathittu is set on a group of islands in the middle of the Cauvery River, about 20 km from Mysore, in south-east Karnataka. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is a short 15 km-drive from Srirangapatna. The isolated islets and the abundance of aquatic insects during the monsoon make Ranganathittu a favorite abode for birds. Ranganathittu attained the status of a bird sanctuary in 1940, courtesy of the visions of India. s noted ornithologist. Dr. Salim Ali. who, during his survey of the birds of Mysore, advocated for the establishment of such a sanctuary. The sanctuary is now a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers and bird watchers.
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Getting there
By Air: The nearest airport is at Bangalore, 134 km away
By Rail: The nearest railhead is at Srirangapatna, 15 km away
By Road: Catch a bus to Srirangapatna from Majestic Bus Stand or do the approximately-3-hour-drive down the well-paved Bangalore-Mysore Road
Where to Stay
Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation
10/4, Kasturba Road, Bangalore – 560001
Tel: +91-80-221 2901-03
Fax: +91-80-227 2580
Email: infn@kstdcbng.kar.nic.in
Timings: 10 am to 5:30 pm, Sundays closed
KSTDC Central Reservation Counter
Badami House, NR Square, Bangalore – 560002
Tel: +91-80-227 5869, 227 5883
Fax: +91-80-223 8016
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| Keoladeo
Ghana Sanctuary( Bharatpur ) |
Location
The Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is one of the best and famous wildlife sanctuaries in India. It is the only wildlife sanctuary in India that is artificially made by a Maharaja. Indigenous water birds and many migratory water birds can be seen in this sanctuary.
The foundation of this Bharatpur wildlife sanctuary was laid in 1760 when the Maharaja of Bharatpur made an artificial lake and the dam at this very site to store the water brought by the annual floods in this area. Over 300 bird species are found in this 29-sq-kms-wildlife park of divided into the stretches of marshes, scrubland and grassland. It got its name as Keoladeo Ghana Park on account of an ancient Hindu temple at the centre of the national park devoted to Lord Shiva. The term 'Ghana' is derived from Hindi, which means dense and refers to the thick forest, which covers the entire area. Bharatpur became a national park on 10 March 1982, and was given the status of a World Heritage Site in December 1985.
It has an impressive assortment of land and arboreal birds, but the grand spectacle is provided by the aquatic species. For example, there are four species of cormorants, eight species of egrets, three ibises, 17 species of duck and geese, and two species of crane. The Siberian Crane last visited this Park in 2001.
The other migratory birds at the Bharatpur bird sanctuary include several species of Cranes, Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Warblers, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails and Pipits, etc.
The ideal time to visit the Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary is from August-November for the indigenous breeding birds and October- February for the migrant birds. There are forest trails to be covered easily on foot or on a cycle. You can also hire a rickshaw for bird watching tours. One can also hire boats. A boat trip early morning or in late evening is the best in Visit Bharatpur National Park. Keoladeo Ghana Park should be visited in winter, which is the best time to visit the wildlife sanctuary. Hot summers and wet monsoons should be avoided for the wildlife tour. |
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Getting there
By Air: The nearest airport Agra is 56-kms from Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. The place is also well connected with Delhi Airport, which can be reached from Agra.
By Rail: The Bharatpur railway station is 6-kms from the national park. The regular trains connect Bharatpur with all the major cities of India such as Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Agra.
By Road: An excellent road network connects Bharatpur to all the major towns of the Rajasthan like Agra, Jaipur, Delhi and its neighbouring states like Uttar Pradesh and Haryana
Where to Stay
A large number of hotels including an RTDC hotel operate in Bharatpur.
Phone RTDC Tourist Reception Centre: 05644-22777
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| Nalaban
Island, Chilika Lake, Orissa |
Location
The vast and dream like Chilika Lagoon is situated on east-coast of India. It is the largest brackish Water Lagoon with estuarine character that sprawls along the east coast.It is the largest wintering ground for migratory waterfowl found anywhere on the Indian sub-continent. The Nalaban Island within the Lake is notified as a Bird Sanctuary under Wildlife (Protection) Act.
It is one of the hotspot of biodiversity in the country, and some rare, vulnerable and endangered species listed in the IUCN Red List of threatened animals inhabit the Lake area for at least a part of their life cycle. The total number of fish species are reported to be 225 along with a variety of phytoplankton, algae and aquatic plants.A survey of the fauna of Chilika Lake carried out by the Zoological Survey of India in 1985-87 recorded over 800 species in and around the lagoon. This list includes a number of rare, threatened and endangered species, including the Barakudia limbless skink. On account of its rich bio-diversity, Chilika was designated as a "Ramsar Site", i.e. a wetland of International Importance. The lagoon is also identified as a priority site for conservation and management by the National Wetland coral reefs Committee of Ministry of Environment & Forests, Government of India. |
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Getting
there
By
Air: Nearest
Airport is at Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India
By
Rail: Nearest
Railway Station is
at Balugaon and Rambha
on S. E
By
Road: National
High
Way
No.
5 touches
Chilika
at
Balugaon,
Barkul
and
Rambha.
The
town
of
Rambha
(District:
Ganjam)
on
southern
Chilika
is
( by
road;
National
Highway
5)
130
km
from
Biju
Patnaik
International
Airport,
Bhubaneswar;
30
km
from
Balugan
and
50
km
from
Behrampur
( both
these
towns
have
important
Railway
Stations
of
India's
South
Eastern
Railway).
Rambha
town
also
has
a small
railway
station.
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| Thattekad
Bird Sanctuary |
Location
Situated in the Devikulam Taluk of Idukki District, Kerala, the Thattekad sanctuary is spread over 25.16 sq.km area. Set up in 1983 at the instance of Dr. Salim ali, the sanctuary boasts of 253 kinds of birds(identified by BNHS) which include the rare frogmouth. Over 50 species of butterflies have been documented here by Madras Naturalists Society.
 The sanctuary is the catchment area of Bhoothathankett Dam. Undulating terrain, has mixed deciduous forest with patches of grassland. The teak trees with sparse leaves make bird watching easier even for untrained eyes. The birds commonly spotted are, Indian roller, common snipe, crow pheasant, jungle nightjar, kite, grey drongo, Malabar trogon, woodpecker, large pied wagtail, baya sparrow, grey jungle fowl, Indian hill mynah, Robin, babblers and darter. If you are lucky you may spot these rare birds too. Crimson throated barbett, bee-eaters, sunbird, shrike, fairy blue bird, grey headed fishing eagle, black winged kite, night heron. Grey heron, Malabar shama, Common grey hornbill and Malabar hornbill.
 The sanctuary has its share of fauna too. The elephant is an occasional visitor. Leopard, bear, porcupine, python and cobra are sighted. How to reach: Kochi, the nearest airport is 71 km from Thattekad. The nearest railway station is Aluva, 48 kms away. Travel by road from Kochi to Kothamangalam. The sanctury is 13 km north east of Kothamangalam along the Pooyamkutty road. A ferry operates across the Periyar river to take you into the sanctuary. Accommodation: Lodging facilities are available at the PWD rest house near Bhoothathanket Dam. Private lodges are available at Kothamangalam. For the avid bird watcher who wants to spend quiet days within the sanctuary, there is a tower house with double bed and bath which need to be booked in advance. |
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Getting there
By Air: Kochi, the nearest airport is 71 km away. The new airport at Nedumbassery is probably closer.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is Aluva at a distance of 48 km.
By Road: The sanctuary is 13 km north-east of Kothamangalam along the Pooyamkutti road.
Where to Stay
There is a three storied watch tower inside the Sanctuary with two beds, a toilet and a kitchen. No electricity here but there is are a few solar powered lamps. A forest department inspection bungalow called Hornbill is located near the sanctuary entrance. There is a dormitory just inside the sanctuary which is ideal for large groups. Accommodation is also available at the PWD rest house near the Bhoothathankett Dam and in lodges in Kothamangalam
For further information about the sanctuary and for booking accommodation contact:
The Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife), Thiruvanthapuram Kerala 695014
The Wildlife Warden, Idukki Wildlife Division, Vellappara, Painavu P.O. Idukki District 685603 Phone 0486 232271
The Assistant Wildlife Warden, Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, Njayapilli P.O. , Kothamangalam, Kerala Phone 0485 588302
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