Flamingoes have been known to fly into high-tension wires strung over saline wetlands, where the birds like to feed, but efforts to take the wires down have seldom succeeded. Some of the images below might be disturbing. Viewer discretion is adviced. Brijesh Shah of Bhavnagar Animal Helpline has had a habit of visiting the […]
Increase in Flamingo Population in Sambhar Lake,Rajasthan
RISING NUMBERS: The desert state of India is flocking with pink feathered birds this season. The Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) which was completed on January 16th has noted an increase in the number of Greater Flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus) and Lesser Flamingos (Phoeniconaias minor) in the state. The census found 1300 greater flamingos and 1800 lesser […]
Flamingos turn to Wedding Feast Menu near Protected Sanctuary!
POACHING: One man’s bird is another man’s dinner or wedding delicacy! In a shocking revelation, it has been found that the state bird of Gujarat, the Greater Flamingo, and also the Lesser Flamingo, happen to be a favorite item on wedding menus in and around the Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary of Gujarat. Investigation into recent incidents […]