Kazhuveli notified as bird sanctuary

Kazhuveli notified as bird sanctuary

Part of: Prelims and GS-III – Environment; conservation

Context The ecologically important Kazhuveli wetlands in Villupuram district, Tamil Nadu, was recently notified as bird sanctuary.

Key takeaways

• Kazhuveli wetlands is said to be the second largest brackish water lake in South India after Pulicat lake. It is a wetland of international importance
• Significance: The creation of the sanctuary will now ensure better protection of the wetlands.
  • The area has adequate ecological significance for the purpose of protecting, propagating and developing wildlife and its environment.
• The place is home to a diverse species of flora and fauna.
• It is a feeding ground for long-distance migrants from the cold subarctic regions of Central Asia and Siberia including Black-tailed Godwits, Eurasian Curlew, White Stork and Ruff.