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Koonthakulam Bird Sanctuary

Tamil Nadu  >  India

One of the best places to observe migratory birds in the south of India.

Adicionado* por Nidhin Chandran
Ultima atualização 19 dezembro 2023

Descrição

Koonthakulam Bird Sanctuary adjoins the tiny village of Koonthankulam. During the migratory season this small village and wetland in the south of India welcomes birds from far and wide. More than 100,000 migratory birds start coming by December and fly away to their northern homes by June. Some fly over the Himalayas and the other cross wide oceans to spend the winter months here. The Koonthakulam lake and its surrounding villages have adapted their living habits to accommodate the birds, you can see birds nesting on top of trees next to the homes of people and people tolerate the never ending cries of the new born birds without complaint. In the wetland you can observe Painted Stork, pelicans, ibis, darters, ducks and many more birds.

Detalhes

Acesso

This bird sanctaury is about 26 km from Tirunelveli via Moolakaraipatti. There are very limited buses that go to Koonthankulam village. But there are lot of buses to reach Moolakaraipatti. From there you need hire a car to reach this bird sanctuary which is inside the village. You need to pay 10rs as entry fees and 50rs for the camera. The place is a bit remote, nearest motorway is about 10 km and the access roads are not well maintained, narrow and can be confusing. An interpretation centre, watch tower and dormitory are open for public use throughout the year.

Terreno e Habitat

Terras húmidas

Condições

Plano , Paisagem aberta

Caminho circular

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Estrada não pavimentada

Caminho dificil

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