Bird watching destination maharashtra

You see, Maharashtra has been blessed with a rich coastline and the Western Ghats. These Western Ghats are included in the list of 34 global Biodiversity hotspots because of their rich flora and fauna. The Amravati region alone boasts of almost 171 bird species. Apart from these, there are several national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and even bird sanctuaries which provide the much-sought-after chance of spotting some of the most amazing migrants and resident birds.

Prominent bird watching places include Tadoba National Park, Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary, Pench National Park, Melghat Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary, Bor Wildlife Sanctuary, Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary, Sagareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, and Sanjay Gandhi National Park.

Bird sanctuaries of Maharashtra include Bhigwan Bird Sanctuary, Great Indian Bustard Sanctuary, Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Mayani Bird Sanctuary, Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary, Thane Creek Flamingo Wildlife Sanctuary, and Jayakwadi Bird Sanctuary. 

Yellow-footed Green Pigeon is the state bird of Maharashtra. Oh, and did I mention that Navegaon National Park hosts flocks of migratory birds?

You see, birding in Maharashtra is an experience in itself and you wouldn’t know how good it is until you see it for yourself, right? So, go check it out!