OT Staff & Waquar Habib
UNESCO World Heritage site in Bharatpur hosting over 370 bird species. Siberian cranes, bar-headed geese, Eurasian wigeons arrive from November through February for migration.
Asia’s largest brackish lagoon attracts over 900,000 migratory birds annually, including flamingos and herons. Best birdwatching occurs from November to February.
About 45 km from Delhi, it offers sightings of flamingos, rosy pelicans, and cranes. Over 250 species appear between October and February.
A massive wetland near Ahmedabad hosting flamingos, pelicans and coots. Migratory numbers peak in winter from October through December.
Set along the Kaveri River, this sanctuary welcomes painted storks, pelicans and spoonbills from November to March with scenic boat rides.
India’s oldest waterbird sanctuary. Winter visitors include ibises, herons and ducks arriving from late October, peaking through December.
Located on Vembanad Lake, it hosts egrets, cormorants and migratory waterbirds. October through February offers serene houseboat cruises with avian displays.
Urban wetland on the Yamuna River border. October sees early migrants; full winter flocks arrive November-December. Spot ducks, waders, and passerines.
Home to many migratory storks, ibis and herons between October and March. Deep freshwater lake habitats support wintering waterbirds.
Small mangrove wetland in Kochi hosting approximately 70 resident species. Migrants increase as early as October, continuing through winter.