Archive · 12 Dec 2025
Flamingos Turn Rajasthan's Sambhar Salt Lake Pink
Every winter, thousands of flamingos fly to Sambhar Salt Lake in Rajasthan, India.
This year, there are even more flamingos than usual because the weather has been good.
The lake turns pink because of all the flamingos, and people come from far away to see them.
The lake is very big and is home to many different kinds of birds.
Experts say this is a special place for birds to rest and eat.
It's also a important area for nature because it helps many birds survive.
Thousands of migratory flamingos have turned Sambhar Salt Lake in Rajasthan pink.
Favorable conditions, including good water levels and abundant food, have attracted a large number of flamingos.
The lake is a key stopover for Greater and Lesser Flamingos, as well as other migratory birds.
Experts have documented over 300 bird species at Sambhar Lake, with around 2 to 2.5 lakh flamingos currently present.
The lake's vibrant birdlife and stunning scenery have drawn tourists, birdwatchers, and photographers.
- Who
- Migratory flamingos and birdwatchers
- What
- Flamingos turning Sambhar Salt Lake pink
- When
- Winter season, peak in October
- Where
- Sambhar Salt Lake, Rajasthan, India
- Why
- Favorable conditions and abundant food
- Location
- Sambhar Salt Lake, Rajasthan, India
- Flamingo Species
- Greater and Lesser Flamingos
- Migration Period
- October to March
- Current Flamingo Population
- 2 to 2.5 lakh
- Lake Area
- 240 square kilometres
- Bird Species Documented
- Over 300
- Ramsar Site
- Yes