Kanwar Lake Bird Sanctuary
Facts and practical information
The Kanwar Taal or Kabar Taal Lake or Kabartal Wetland located in Begusarai district of Bihar, India, is Asia's largest freshwater oxbow lake. It is approximately six times the size of the Bharatpur Sanctuary. In November 2020, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change declared it the first Ramsar site in Bihar. ()
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Wildlife
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Sarus crane
The sarus crane is a striking, non-migratory bird native to parts of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australia. Standing up to 1.8 meters tall, this elegant bird is easily recognizable by its grey feathers and contrasting red head and upper neck.
Birds
Greater spotted eagle
The greater spotted eagle, or simply spotted eagle, is a majestic bird of prey belonging to the Accipitridae family. Its scientific name, *Clanga clanga*, comes from an Ancient Greek word meaning "scream." This impressive eagle is quite sizable, measuring between 59...
Birds
Greater adjutant
The greater adjutant is a notably large stork from the Ciconiidae family, easily recognizable by its massive, wedge-shaped bill, bare head, and distinctive neck pouch. Historically widespread across southern Asia, particularly in India, this species now has only three...
Birds
White-rumped vulture
The white-rumped vulture, native to South and Southeast Asia, has faced critical endangerment since 2000 due to a dramatic population decline. This decline, primarily caused by diclofenac poisoning leading to kidney failure, has reduced what was once the world's most...
Birds
Indian vulture
The Indian vulture, a critically endangered species, is native to India, Pakistan, and Nepal. These vultures are often seen perched on rocky outcrops in central and peninsular India. Sadly, their population has plummeted primarily due to diclofenac poisoning, which...
Birds
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