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In the dense tropical evergreen
and deciduous forests and
grassland patches is located the
Thatekkad Bird Sanctuary. Home
to a microcosm of India's bird
population with about 500 winged
species, the sanctuary was
designed by Dr. Salim Ali, the
renowned ornithologist.
This bird sanctuary, a
peninsular land of 25 sq. km is
covered with deciduous forests
and plantation of rosewood, teak
etc. Rare birds like the
Crimson-Throated Barbet,
Bee-eater, Sunbird, Shrike,
Blackwinged Kite and the Night
Heron are also commonly sighted.
This rare haven offers
picturesque landscapes, and is a
nature lover's paradise. Bombay
Natural History Society has
identified 253 species here. The
rivers are rich in fishlife and
are shallow for most of the
year.
HOW TO REACH THATEKKAD BIRD
SANCTUARY
Air: Nearest airport is
at Kochi, 71 kms.
Rail: Aluva is the
nearest railway station , 48 kms.
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