Porbandar Bird Sanctuary - Gujarat - पोरबंदर बर्ड अभयारण्य

Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is positioned in the heart of Porbandar city, the birth place of Mahatma Gandhi, who preached and practiced non-violence all through his life. Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is located amid the city of Porbandar flaunting the co-existence of man and nature. Spread over an area of 1 square kilometer this unique water dwelling, surrounded by trees and plants was affirmed as a sanctuary in the year 1988.

The splendorous beauty of the place though not reflecting any emergent vegetation is enriched by the migratory birds visiting this area every year. The multihued, textured feathered creatures with their harmonious twitters and chirrups identify this area as a popular destination for ornithologists. Varied species of birds in all shapes and sizes fly in every year enlivening the area with varied colors; patterns and making this zone a home and their nesting ground. Water birds are often seen splashing in the freshwater lake while the sky touching flights of certain birds bedecks the firmament.

Visit the local in winters when millions of birds reside in this locale making it the most picturesque shelter for bird lovers and the birds. Spend an entire day away from the hustle-bustle of the city and daily life enjoying as the nature creation visit their seasonal homes. It is easy to catch a close glimpse of the birds residing and nesting in this area.

The Sanctuary is Porbandar, Gujarat is not enriched in terms of plant life. Unfortunately, you won't find any emergent vegetation at this place. However, some trees could be seen which were planted by the Forest Department. In fact, this sanctuary is quite popular for its rich bird life.

Birds in Sanctuary

The sanctuary is home to about 150 species of birds, and the bird species include both the resident and migratory types. The most important and notable bird species found in the Porbandar Bird Sanctuary include the Flamingo, Pelican, Spoonbill, Avocet, Coot, Pintail, Little Cormorant, Little Grebe, Indian Roller, Shoveller, Ducks, Geese, Whistling Teal, Bittern, Stork, Heron, Egret, Ibis, Gull, Tern, Jacanas, Ruff, Red Shank, etc.

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