Flamingos! Are here. Yes, they are, and you’re not that late to meet and greet them. Our local birdies like the crowd, pigeons, sparrows, parrots, bulbuls, and cuckoos, are definitely a part of our daily lives. They wake us up and make our trees alive. But it’s once a year that we get to see and witness some amazing migratory birds.
Each year, from November to May and October to March, there are several birds that migrate to avoid extreme cold and heat and shift to safer places. Many birds have the capacity to fly thousands of miles and reach other countries.
India also witnesses huge flocks of birds popping up in cities. Especially near mangroves, sea sources, and forests.
It’s such a delight to welcome such birdies each year.
Flamingos , let's explore them.
The beauty of the flamingo comes from its shades of pink, peach, and the body structure. It’s more social than all of us. Meaning their natural trait is known as flamboyance.
We’ve seen those S-shaped birds as a couple makes a cute heart-shaped structure when they stand close to each other. They are an absolute stunner with their body shape and the way they walk and look.
They have such long legs that make them all the more prettier. They love salt water and are found in such lagoons and lakes.
They love feeding on a special kind of algae that makes them so pink.
But you will be amazed to know that there are 6 different types of flamingos.
They are colors like whites, pinks, and yellows. Their height is about 3-5 feet.
Compared to other birds, these are quite big in height. They have unique feet
and also have a unique walk. Due to such feet, they can walk on mud. Also, did you know that flamingos swim too?
They have such great wings, which make them such strong flyers.
They are very social and are known for their United clinginess within a community. They are always together in thousands. Live, breed, fly, migrate, they do it all together as a one big fat family.
It’s very critical and crucial for them as they breed within their groups.
Did you know that they even dance and swim together? They protect each other quite well and take care of each other, especially from predators.
Their friendships are longer, even in today’s world, and they truly rely on each other for living and surviving.
Flamingos swim in deep waters while they migrate, and also when they want to feed themselves, their mates, and their communities. How fascinating these facts are.
Falmingos Dekhenge kaha!
Migrated they land up in India too. They usually migrate from high-altitude places to survive the weather conditions. Places where they can breed and chill till the season ends.
First up comes the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, which is a salt lake and lagoons. It’s also known for its breeding there. Hence, it’s also called the Flamingos city.
Like for real. How cool is it to see these flamingos in white desert? The white sands, along with the skies and the most stunning birds. All you need to do is fly or take a train to Kutch. Hook up at a nice hotel and drive a few hours to the Rann of Kutch to witness these beauties.
There are several spots in Mumbai where you can spot them. Thane Creek Falconry Sanctuary gives you a board ride opportunity to go deep inside, but a little away from the flamingos. There are tours organized by the government with some minimum fees.
Also, you can visit Navi Mumbai Seawoods, where, again, in different spots, you will get to see them. Places like NRI Complex, DPS Flamingos, and TS Chanakya. Also in Airoli, when you drive up from the city bridge to your right and left in the man grooves zone, you will spot them.
Off to Bhandup, another famous spot. It’s at the Bhandup pumping station.
There are many mudflats in a series, which was the last area. Where the new coastal road has been built. Wadala to the outskirts of Maharashtra. On your drive, you will spot them.
The government has made these spots strictly to secure these species and has made arrangements in such a way that we don’t disturb them.
So check your schedules and don’t miss visiting these spots and witness these lovely birds before they fly back and head back home.
Flamingo Boat rides a must visit for such stunning view of these migratory birds.
