nalsarovar is heaven for bird

It we had the task of designing a multi-purpose animal that could exploit many habitats. We would be hard pressed to improve upon the birds of the wetlands. Nalsarovar  are one  heaven for the bird.We can see that they are at home in water, land and ofcourse superb in the air. In places like the Nalsarovar and Thol lake they are seen in great numbers, the variety of shapes and sizes being simply amazing.

Nal Sarovar or aviary has birds from home and abroad flying here to nest on its islands. There are about 300 species of birds. From December to the end of March tourists flock to, this 182 sq km lake with 360 islands to see the pelicans, flemingos, various species of ducks, white cranes, herons, evomets, long-beaked curlews and other birds. At mornings and evenings, it is an added pleasure to watch the birds from boats. During full-moons and starry nights, the beauty of the lake robs the onlookers of their sleep.

Gujarat has some outstanding places for viewing birds of the wetlands. Just 80 km. from ahmedabad is Nalsarovar, and Thol wildlife Sanctuary is also just 40 km. from Ahmedabad.10 km. from Jamnagar is Khijadia Bird Sanctuary. Within the Porbandar city itself is the Porbandar Bird Sanctuary.  Nalsaovar are great culture and more popular in Ras Garba in Navratri festivle and also faith in the Zupadi maa .The sheer variety that can be seen at such places is rewarding by any standards.Here you will see kingfishers, egrets, darters, storks and cormorants spear or catch fish with their dagger shaped beaks. You will also get to see jacanas, moorehens, coots, grebes and ducks feeding mainly on plants, straining water from their specially designed beaks and keeping the food in.

It is easy to notice the sheer variety of colour, pattern and a cacophony of sounds that these birds use for recognition and courtship. Nalsarovar is One heavan for on the earth.They can be seen using the same devices for threats and aggression as they vie with each other for nesting and feeding space. There just cannot be anyplace where one can see so much wildlife in a single day! A pair of binoculars and a person well versed in local bird life will surely make this one of the best outings.
Nalsarovar is a seasonal lake spread over an area of 115 sp.km. It is known to harbour more than 250 species of birds. In winter the migratory birds descend on the Nal in their thousands. Visitors are ferried in small boats and to experience a sunrise or a sunset while gliding gently through the silent waters, with birds silhouetted in the golden orange glow will lift any sagging spirits.