Keoladeo National Park
Keoladeo national park is famous for the migratory birds who make it their winter home.
It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Bar-headed goose
Waterfowls i.e. ducks and geese arrive here in thousands. They stay here from November to March.
Crested Pochard
Migratory species are mostly ducks, geese, Cranes, Pelicans,Eagles, Hawks, Flycatchers, Warblers and Wagtails.
Crested Serpent Eagle
Most migratory raptors follow the waterfowls and stay around them to feed on them. You will get to see many raptors during migratory season.
Dusky Eagle Owl
Don't get surprised when you notice an owl observing you from behind the bushes. They are a pleasure to watch and photograph.
Black Bittern
Watch out for some shy birds near water bodies who are not so shy at the national park.
Indian Rock Python
You don't notice but they are noticing you. Keoladeo national park is home to 13 species of snakes.
Oriental Darter
Darters and Cormorants will give you a good show. Their underwater fish hunting is fun to watch. Don't miss it.
Indian Cormorant
A Cormorant has just landed, many will follow and flush out the fishes in group and enjoy the feast.
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Indian Flying Fox
Who is making so much of noise hanging upside down on the trees. You guessed it right, they are the Indian Flying Fox.
Spot-billed Pelican
Keoladeo national park is a must visit for the bird watchers and bird photographers.
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Mukund Kumar
Tilted Brush Stroke
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