Vellode Bird Sanctuary

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Migratory birds have begun arriving at the Vellode Bird Sanctuary at Vadamugam Vellode, located 12 km from Erode.

About Vellode Bird Sanctuary

• It is one of the most famous bird sanctuaries located in the state of Tamil Nadu.
• The sanctuary receives rainfall from the Northeast monsoon between September and December.
• It is part of an important migratory bird flyway (central asia flyway).
• It serves as a breeding ground for both resident and migratory birds.
• It is built around the Periyakulam lake and has been designated a protected Ramsar site since 2022.
• Source of water: Seepage from the Lower Bhavani Project (LBP) canal and rainwater are the main sources of water during the migration period.
• Fauna: Migratory birds like Northern pintail, Northern Shoveler, Garganey, Blue tailed bee-eater, Wood Sandpiper, Common Sandpiper, Green Sandpiper, Chestnut tailed starling, Blyth’s warbler, Skyes warbler are seen here.
• Flora: The Site is also an ideal habitat for notable plant species including Cayratia pedata, Tephrosia purpurea and Commelina tricolor. 

Source: TH

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