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Area: 29 sq km
Major Attractions: Siberian Crane, Migratory Birds
Best Season to Visit: August-November, October to February for Migrant Bird
About Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
An ornithologist's stop, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary's 29 sq km of woodlands, wetlands, and grasslands attract an exciting variety of wildlife, especially birds. Miles of scenic trails wind through these habitats and provide a lovely view the forest. The sanctuary's nature features indigenous water- birds as well as migratory water birds and waterside birds that introduce you to the world of avians. Apart from birds, this sanctuary is also inhabited by Sambar, Chital, Nilgai and Boar. The park has some 300 species of avian population that keep decking up the park's beauty time to time in particular seasons. The name Keoldeo Ghana has been derived
Avian Attraction
The major attractions of tourists visiting the park are the numerous migratory birds, who come from as far away as Siberia and Central Asia and spend their winters in Bharatpur, before returning to their breeding grounds. Migratory birds at Bharatpur bird sanctuary include several species of Cranes, Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails, Warblers, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks and Pipits, etc.
Activities
There are well-defined forest trails, which can easily be covered on foot or on a cycle or you can also hire a rickshaw that are available on hire. Rickshaw pullers have been trained by the park management in bird watching and are quite knowledgeable. Boats are also available on hire. A early morning boat trip or a late evening one is quite a rewarding experience to check out the surprises of Bharatpur.
