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Birding or Birdwatching in Periyar National Park
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The Periyar National Park offers its tourists a variety of birds for birdwatching. There are 320 different kinds of birds in the Periyar National Park which are enough to lure thousands of ornithologists and bird watchers to the park. Some of the birds that can be seen in the Park are:
- The Nilgiri Wood Pigeons
- Black-winged Kite
- Blue-winged Parakeets
- Great Indian Hornbill
- White-bellied Tree Pies
- Laughing Thrushes
- Fly Catchers
- Darters
- Cormorants
- Barbets
- Plovers
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Kingfishers, among many others
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| The Periyar lake attracts a large population of aquatic birds. Migratory birds also flock here during their season to visit the spot. Because of the large gatherings of birds at this core area of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, tourists find the place one of the most charming birdwatching destinations in India. For birdwatching in the park, it is better to be equipped with binoculars, telescopes and cameras. |
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