Wildlife & Sanctuary
Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary
Protected area in Tamil Nadu, India
Plan your visit
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About
Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary locally known as "Chitrangudi Kanmoli" is a .4763 km2 (0.1839 sq mi) Protected area declared in 1989 and a part of Chitrangudi village, Mudukulathur Taluk, Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu, India. It is adjacent to Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary. It is notable as a nesting site for several migratory heron species that roost in the prominent growth of Babul trees there. International name: Chitragudi and Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary, IBA Code: IN261, Criteria: A1, A4i. The sanctuary has been designated as a protected Ramsar site since 2021.
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Things to do here
- Book the official safari or nature walk at the forest office
- Carry binoculars and wear muted colours
- Ask about seasonal closures
Ideas for your visit, not bookings. Bookable experiences nearby are listed on this page.
Location
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