Gudavi Bird Sanctuary, Bird sanctuary in Shimoga district, India.
The Gudavi Bird Sanctuary extends across 0.74 square kilometers, featuring a seasonal lake surrounded by trees that provide shelter for numerous bird species.
The Karnataka Forest Department established this protected area to safeguard the natural habitat of 217 bird species from 48 different families identified in 2009.
Local naturalists and ornithologists gather at the sanctuary to document and study native birds like the Grey Heron, Night Heron, and Little Cormorant.
Visitors can access the sanctuary daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with observation platforms available for bird watching between July and October.
The sanctuary lake fills during monsoon season, attracting migratory birds that travel from various global locations specifically for breeding purposes.
Location: Shimoga district
GPS coordinates: 14.43989,75.01278
Latest update: May 23, 2025 02:32
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