Sandi Bird Sanctuary

Sandi Bird Sanctuary is situated between Latitude 26°53"N to 27°46"N and Longitude 79°41"E to 80°46"E. Sandi welands were declared as Sandi wildlife Sanctuary in the year 1991. It comprises an area of 309 ha and is located on Hardoi-Sandi road, about 20 Km. away from Hardoi Tower. It is also called "Deher Jheel" in common parlance. The 'Garra' river (called 'Garunganga' in ancient times) flows in closed vicinity to the Sandi Bird Sanctuary. It is said that the migratory birds halt for sometime in this river before visiting the Sandi Bird Sanctuary.

The aim of the Sanctuary is protection and conservation of the wetland with special emphasis to the local and migratory birds, conservation of their natural habitat including aquatic plants and animals. The Bombay Natural History Society, Mumbai (BNHS) has also listed this Sanctuary as one of the 'Important Bird Area' sites. This wetland is included in the list of wetlands identified under National Wetland Conservation Proramme by The Ministry of Environment & Forest. Govt. of India.

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Sandi Bird Sanctuary in Hardoi is a paradise for all birding enthusiasts. In winter, Sandi welcomes several avian visitors such as Red-crested Pochard, Gadwall and many more. A trip to this Sanctuary will be an incredibly rewarding experience.

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It is a freshwater marsh, also designated as Important Bird Area by Birdlife International. o The Sandi Bird sanctuary is also known by its ancient name as “Dahar Jheel” (Jheel = Lake). o River Garra, formerly known as Garun Ganga, passes near the sanctuary...

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