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Established
in: 1978 as a sanctuary
Area: 20-sq-km/2000 ha
Location: 50-km From Hyderabad Near Sangareddy In
Medak District, Andhra Pradesh
Description:
Manjira Bird Sanctuary is located near Sangareddy in Medak
district spreading over 20-sq-km. It is a small sanctuary
located along the river Manjira. It supports Riverine
habitat. It is home for many water bird species, mugger
crocodiles and fresh water turtles.
Visiting Season:
October To July
Access:
By Rail: Nearest railway station is at Hyderabad (150 Kms)
By Road: It is 29 kms from Macherla the nearest town which
is connected to Hyderabad, (50 kms). Medak- town is well
connected by road and there are frequent bus services from
Hyderabad, Nizamabad and Karimnagar.
Wildlife
Flora: One can notice an extensive growth of Babul
Prosopis. Plants commonly found in water are Pistia,
Hydrilla, Eichornia and Vallisneria.
Fauna: Fishes of various species like Catla, Rahu, Murrel,
Ech Paten, Karugu, Chidwa and reptiles like Monitor
Lizards, Fresh Water Turtles, Cobra and Marsh Crocodiles
can be seen here. Different species of birds found here
are Painted Storks, Herons, Coots, Teals, Cormorants,
Pochards, Black and White Ibises, SpoonBills, and Open
Billed Storks etc.
The sanctuary has nine small islands like Puttigadda,
Bapangadda, Sangamgadda, Karnamgadda etc., which are the
main breeding and nesting ground for the birds. The
islands and the river banks have thick growth of Babul,
Prosopis and lpomea which together make excellent nesting
spots for the birds.
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