7 Migratory Birds That Visit India Every Winter
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19 June 2024
India, with its diverse landscapes, transforms into a haven for a spectacular avian spectacle every winter
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These migratory birds find refuge in the balmy climes of India
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Greater Flamingo: These iconic birds, with their graceful stature and rosy plumage, are a major draw to the Rann of Kutch
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Siberian Crane: This endangered crane undertakes a phenomenal 4,000-mile migration from western Siberia to India
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Ruff: During freezing winters, arctic-dwelling Ruffs migrate to India for ample food before returning to Tundra for breeding
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Bluethroat: This small songbird, with its distinctive blue throat patch on the male, seeks refuge from the harsh European and Alaskan winters
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Spotted Redshank: This Scandinavian bird prefers warm and humid conditions. It migrates to India after the monsoon season
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Rosy Pelican: Known for its expansive wingspan and beaks, this bird migrate to freshwater lakes in northern India
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Northern Shoveler: Native to Europe and Northern Asia, these birds can be best seen at Chandigarh's Sukhna Lake and Siswan
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