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Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary

The Site is a peri-urban wetland located within three villages in southern Tamil Nadu. The wetland plays a crucial role in maintaining the hydrological regime of the area, preventing soil erosion, replenishing groundwater, and serving as a buffer during floods and extreme rainfall. It supports more than 120 species of birds, and in 2012, the Site was designated as a bird sanctuary. The abundant babul (Acacia nilotica) trees in the Site provide ideal nesting habitat for eight bird species, including the near-threatened spot-billed pelican (Pelecanus philippensis). The Site also provides vital habitat for amphibians, reptiles and invertebrates. The wetland’s water, enriched by bird droppings, is used by local communities in agriculture. This relationship has fostered sentiments supportive to the protection of birds among villagers.  

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Location Ramanathapuram
Area 230.49 hectares
Wetland Type Fresh water > Lakes and pools >> P: Seasonal/intermittent freshwater lakes
Date of Designation 15-07-2024
Ramsar Site No. 2561

Ramsar Criteria

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Management Authority Wild Life Warden, Ramanathapuram District
Protection Status Bird Sanctuary

Species of Global Conservation Significance

Notable Species: Spot-billed Pelican, Black-headed Ibis, Painted Stork and Oriental Darter

Endangered: 1
Vulnerable: 1

Species Count

Birds 124
Plants 169
Mammals 10
Reptiles & Ambhibians 22
Butterflies 69

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