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Birdwatching Opportunities in Kerala's Diverse Ecosystems, including Bird Sanctuaries

Kerala, with its diverse landscape and climate is a paradise for birdwatchers. It is home to over 400 species of birds, including many endemic and migratory species. 

Visitors to Kerala, interested in bird watching, may consider the following destinations.

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary: This 14-acre sanctuary is home to a variety of waterfowl, including ducks, geese, herons and egrets. The sanctuary is also home to several migratory birds, such as the Siberian Crane and the Pin-tailed Duck.

Silent Valley National Park: This park is known for its pristine forests and diverse wildlife, including over 265 species of birds. Some of the rare species found in the park include the Nilgiri Laughing Thrush, the Malabar Pied Hornbill and the Broad-billed Flycatcher.

Eravikulam National Park: This park is home to a variety of endemic birds like the Nilgiri Woodpigeon and the Malabar Pied Hornbill. The park is also home to several migratory birds, such as the Rufous-backed Shrike and the Himalayan Pied Woodpecker. The park also houses the endangered mountain goat – the Nilgiri Tahr.

Thattekad Bird Sanctuary: Known as the ‘paradise of birds in south India’ this bird sanctuary is home to over 300 species of birds, including the rare Malabar Pied Hornbill, the Crimson-breasted Barbet and the Grey-headed Woodpecker.

Periyar National Park: This picturesque park is home to a variety of birds, especially during the winter months when migratory birds arrive.

Kerala's birdwatching season runs from October to March, when the migratory birds arrive.