Greater Flamingo Sanctuary at Dhanushkodi

The Tamil Nadu government has officially declared a Greater Flamingo Sanctuary at Dhanushkodi in Ramanathapuram district.

The sanctuary aims to protect migratory bird habitats and strengthen biodiversity conservation in the ecologically sensitive coastal region.

Key Features of the Sanctuary

Component	Details
Sanctuary Location	Located at Dhanushkodi in Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu.
Main Objective	To protect migratory bird habitats and enhance biodiversity conservation.
Area Covered	Spans approximately 524.7 hectares.
Ecological Importance	Forms an important part of the Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve.

Migratory Bird Importance

Aspect	Details
Flyway Route	Dhanushkodi lies along the Central Asian Flyway, a major migratory bird route.
Key Bird Species	Important habitat for flamingos, herons, sandpipers, and other migratory birds.
Conservation Need	Helps conserve coastal wetland ecosystems and migratory bird breeding and feeding grounds.
Biodiversity Role	Supports marine, coastal, and avian biodiversity within the Gulf of Mannar region.

PT Facts

Central Asian Flyway: Major migratory bird route connecting Arctic and Indian Ocean regions.
Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve: One of India’s important marine biodiversity hotspots.
Greater Flamingo: Large migratory wading bird commonly found in coastal wetlands and lagoons.
Wetland Conservation: Important for biodiversity protection, coastal resilience, and migratory bird survival.

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