Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Dhanushkodi Lagoon Declared Sanctuary for Flamingos
A lagoon in Dhanushkodi, India, has been declared a sanctuary for greater flamingos and other birds.
This area, located on Rameswaram Island, is vital for birds migrating from Central Asia, serving as a feeding and resting spot.
The sanctuary supports a variety of birds, including herons, egrets, and flamingos, along with many other species.
It also functions as a nursery for fish and other marine life, which helps local fisheries.
The government hopes to protect these species and their homes, increase awareness of wetland conservation, and possibly create tourism opportunities that benefit local communities.
A lagoon in Dhanushkodi has been declared a greater flamingo sanctuary.
The sanctuary is a crucial stopover for migratory birds from Central Asia.
The area supports a variety of bird species, including flamingos, herons, and egrets.
It serves as a nursery for fish, molluscs, and crustaceans.
The declaration aims to protect bird habitats and promote wetland conservation.
- Who
- The government
- What
- Declaration of a greater flamingo sanctuary
- When
- June 5
- Where
- Dhanushkodi, Rameswaram Island, India
- Why
- To protect migratory birds and local biodiversity.
- Lagoon Size
- 5.3 sq km (524.8 ha)
- Location
- Dhanushkodi, Rameswaram Island
- Protected Species
- Greater flamingos and other migratory birds
- Bird Species Recorded
- 128
- Announcement Date
- June 5
- Key Habitats
- Mangrove forests, sand dunes, marshes