Checking Out The Bird Sanctuaries Of Kerala

There are a large variety of different birds in the bird sanctuaries you can find in Kerala. If you are in Kerala you can find and head to a bird sanctuary near me and explore the options. Even if you are elsewhere in India if you are heading to that area for any reason you might want to check them out. The forests in this location are one of the more forested areas of the Indian Peninsula. As well as many native birds it is a place a lot of migratory birds call home at certain times of the year. Here is a look at two in particular, Thattekad Bird Sanctuary and Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary as well as some of the birds you might see.

Taking a closer look at Thattekad Bird Sanctuary

This bird sanctuary is also known as the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. It is found on the northern bank of the Periyar River in the Kothamangalam Taluk of Ernakulam district. Once described by Salim Ali about 90 years ago as the richest bird habitat in that region this sanctuary has a huge variety of both native and migratory birds. You can explore a lot of beautiful spots and take some amazing photos and some of the birds of India include;

• Ceylon frogmouth
• Rose-billed roller
• Crimson-Throated Barbet
• Night Heron
• Bee-eater
• Shrike
• Indian roller
• Sunbird
• Malabar trogon
• Black-winged Kite
• Robin bird
• Jungle babbler
• Cuckoo
• Common snipe
• Grey jungle fowl
• Crow pheasant
• Fairy blue-bird
• Grey Heron
• Kite
• Large pied wagtail
• Grey-headed fishing eagle
• Jungle nightjar
• Woodpecker
• Indian hill myna
• Grey drongo
• Baya sparrow

Taking a closer look at Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

This bird sanctuary near me is just 12km from Kottayam and is on the edge of Vembanad Lake. It spreads across 14 acres and is a famous place for native and migrant bird watchers to enjoy. A great way to check it out in fact is to take a cruise or safari on the lake and see what you can spot. On the like is the island Pathiramanal, a place where you can get off the boat, walk around, explore and observe the beauty around you. It is a great place to learn, step away from your hectic life and perhaps even help with conservation efforts. Some birds you can find here include;

• Egrets
• Siberian stork
• Waterfowls
• Darters
• Cuckoos
• Heron
• Wild ducks
• Teals
• Indian Peafowl
• Owls
• Flycatchers
• Woodpecker
• Water hen
• Parrots
• Larks
• Skylark

Conclusion

Whether you are interested in one particular bird of India or you want to see how many different birds you can see, Kerala is a great place to head to. There are birds everywhere, native and migratory and a lot of other beautiful things to see and enjoy. Whether you enjoy watching the acrobatic flights of the birds, trying to identify different species from their calls, or taking a boat ride on an attractive lake as you enjoy your break from a fast-paced life, there is something everyone can enjoy.

If you live or find yourself in Madhya Pradesh then you should check out Satpura National Park also called Satpura Tiger Resever. See a Royal Bangal tiger and a lot of other animals and enjoy nature. Make sure you bring a good camera and consider also bringing binoculars, a lot easier to see animals and birds that like to stay further away.