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If you’re looking for a sign to grab your camera and head to the backwaters of Ujani Dam, this is it! 🦅 The migratory season is in full swing, and Bhigwan is currently a paradise for nature lovers and bird photographers alike. What’s happening right now: The Pink Parade: Thousands of Greater Flamingos
Impact of High Water Levels: Following heavy monsoon rains in 2025, water levels in the Ujani Dam remained significantly higher than normal through early 2026. bhigwan birds upd
Brief checklist for observers
Optimal Hours: Boat rides are best taken in two shifts: early morning around sunrise for the best lighting and bird activity, or late afternoon leading into sunset. Top Sightings If you’re looking for a sign to grab
- Large flocks of Greater and Lesser Flamingos present; estimated counts: 4,000–7,000 (fluctuating daily).
- Significant numbers of Painted Storks, Spot-billed Pelicans, and Asian Openbill Storks.
- Waders and shorebirds: Black-winged Stilts, Common Sandpipers, and Ruff reported in good numbers.
- Ducks and geese: Northern Pintail and Eurasian Wigeon sightings increasing as wetlands stabilize.
- Raptors: Marsh Harrier and Black Kite observed hunting over shallows.
Cons:
❌ No washrooms on safari route.
❌ Limited food options – carry your own snacks.
❌ Summer (April–June) is dry and bird count drops sharply. Large flocks of Greater and Lesser Flamingos present;
- Wetland health remains tied to seasonal inflows and local salinity; continued monitoring recommended.
- Litter and disturbance from tourism are ongoing concerns—support local guides and responsible operators.
- Report unusual mortality or large-scale disturbance to local forest department / birding groups.