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Siberian Birds Arrive Early at Perungulam Wetlands

Siberian Birds Arrive Early at Perungulam Wetlands
Siberian Migratory Birds Arrive Early at Perungulam Wetlands in Thoothukudi · deccanchronicle.com

Birds that travel long distances to find food and a safe place to rest, called migratory birds, have arrived earlier than usual at a special wetland in Perungulam village, Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu.

These birds come from places like Siberia and are seen by people who love nature and birds.

The wetland is unique because it has water and food for the birds even when other nearby water bodies have dried up.

However, the edges of the wetland are getting damaged, which makes it hard for small birds to find food.

People who study and care about birds are asking the government to protect this important place.

Key facts

Location
Perungulam village, Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu, India
Migratory Birds
Godwits, sandplovers, common sandpipers, wood sandpipers
Bird Season
July to October (earlier than other Tamil Nadu wetlands)
Researcher
Thomas Madhibalan, Muthu Nagar Nature Trust
Key Concern
Deteriorating shoreline affecting small wading birds

Quotes

Thomas Madhibalan

Bird researcher with Muthu Nagar Nature Trust

“Perungulam is unique in Tuticorin district. Here, the bird season starts only from July to October, whereas all the other ponds, all over Tamil Nadu, the season starts only from October. That is why this place became unique and attracts more birds.”
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“All the other tanks are dried up except Perungulam. So, all the birds from all the three districts come gathered in this pond for food and shelter.”
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