Gudavi Bird Sanctuary
ಗುಡವಿ ಪಕ್ಷಿಧಾಮ
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Birds on the trees at Gudavi lake
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Coordinates: 14°26′23″N 75°0′45″E / 14.43972°N 75.01250°E / 14.43972; 75.01250 | |
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State | Karnataka |
Region | Malenadu |
Taluk | Soraba |
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• Official | Kannada |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is a tourist destination in Malenadu region of Karnataka, Sanctuary is spread over an area of 0.74 square km. It is part of Soraba Taluk of Shivamogga district in Karnataka.
As per a 2009 survey, 217 different species of birds belonging to 48 families are found at this place.[1][2]
A natural lake and the trees gives shelter to these birds. It is a small seasonal lake and is filled with water mostly in the rainy season. Various avian species migrate from across the globe in different seasons for breeding. A platform is built for bird watchers to have a closer look at the birds.
Protected areas of Karnataka
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Biosphere reserves |
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National parks |
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Wildlife sanctuaries |
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Bird sanctuaries |
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Shimoga district topics
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Taluks |
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Rivers |
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Tourist places |
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