Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Migratory Birds Arrive in Odisha Wetlands
Many birds from the Himalayas are flying to Odisha in India for the winter.
They love the wetlands there because there are no people bothering them, and they have lots of food.
Some of these birds are in danger, like the Indian Skimmer and the Grey Pelican.
Scientists are happy to see them and are studying how they behave.
The birds come from places like Ladakh and enjoy the cool breezes and rivers in Odisha.
This helps the birds stay safe and happy during the winter.
Migratory birds from the Himalayan region are arriving in Odisha's Chilka and Bhitarkanika wetlands.
The wetlands provide a human-interference-free habitat for the birds.
Prominent species include Indian Skimmers, Grey Pelicans, and White-backed vultures, all endangered.
The birds are attracted by the ideal climatic conditions and ample food security.
Wildlife officials are studying the behavioral patterns of these threatened species.
- Who
- Migratory birds from the Himalayan region
- What
- Arrival of migratory birds in Odisha's wetlands
- When
- Past fortnight
- Where
- Chilka and Bhitarkanika National Park, Odisha
- Why
- Unbearably cool atmospheric conditions in their original habitat
- Location
- Chilka and Bhitarkanika National Park, Odisha
- Species
- Indian Skimmers, Grey Pelicans, White-backed vultures, Lesser adjutants, Greater spotted eagles, Black-tailed godwit, Northern pintail, Lesser whistling duck, Grey plover, Egret spotted bills, Oriental darter, White-bellied seagull, Black-necked stork
- Status
- Endangered (IUCN Red List)
- Habitat
- Marshy and swampy wetlands
- Arrival Time
- Past fortnight
- Distance
- Around 10 km stretch
- Research
- Behavioral pattern study
