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Monday, July 28, 2008

Ranganthitu Bird Sanctuary




(White Ibis)
Ranganthitu Bird Sanctuary is an excellent picnic rendezvous and ideal bangalore weekend destination near Srirangapatna (near Mysore). An island created by river Cauvery near Srirangapatna is the nesting & breeding place for various migratory species of birds from all over the world. A perfect feast to eyes who love watching birds caressing and floating in the air that create a heavenly view.




(Ranger-guided boat tours)
Ranger-guided boat tours of the isles are available throughout the day, and are a good way to watch birds, crocodiles, otters and bats. A boat ride would cost you Rs. 250/- without sharing. Best time to visit this Bird Sanctuary is during the months of July - September. The best time to watch migratory birds is in December. Accommodation is available at Ranganthittu in the form of three Riverside Cottages. However, most tourists prefer to stay at nearby Mysore.




How to reach?


Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is about 130 kms away from Bangalore. Hit the Bangalore-Mysore highway till you reach the bridge at Srirangapattanam. You"ll soon find directions to the bird sanctuary. Follow it until you reach the clean and speck sanctuary that can entice any being at a sight.




Type of Birds


1. Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis)





This bird was often referred to as the bird from Japan by our guide.




2. Night Heron (Nycticorax)

















3. Stone Plover (Esacus magnirostris)



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