Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Flamingos Arrive Early at Khadak Malegaon Dam, Delighting Bird Lovers
Greater Flamingos, known for their pink color, have arrived early at the Khadak Malegaon Dam in Nashik.
These birds usually come to the Nandur Madheshwar Sanctuary during winter, but this year, they arrived early, exciting local bird watchers.
Flamingos, which can be up to 1.5 meters tall and weigh up to 4 kilograms, are known for their ability to fly at speeds of 50-60 kilometers per hour.
They eat crabs, mussels, and other small sea creatures using their unique beaks to filter food.
Both male and female flamingos care for their eggs.
In India, these birds are also commonly seen in places like Kutch, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu.
Greater Flamingos were spotted early at Khadak Malegaon Dam in Nashik.
The birds arrived around 7 am on Monday.
This is a unique experience for the locals as flamingos typically arrive later.
Flamingos are known for their pink color and diet of crabs, mussels, etc.
Both male and female flamingos raise their eggs.
- Who
- Greater Flamingos and bird lovers
- What
- Early arrival of flamingos at Khadak Malegaon Dam
- When
- Around 7 am on Monday
- Where
- Khadak Malegaon Dam, Nashik district
- Why
- To the delight of bird lovers and environmentalists
- Location
- Khadak Malegaon Dam, Nashik district
- Bird Type
- Greater Flamingos
- Appearance
- Pink in color
- Height
- 1.5 meters
- Weight
- 1-4 kilograms
- Speed
- 50-60 kilometers per hour
- Diet
- Crabs, mussels, algae, shrimp, and fish
- Reproductive Period
- September-October, March-April