Panidihing Wildlife Sanctuary

India / Assam / Sibsagar /
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Nestled in between the southern bank of the Brahmaputra, the Disang and the Demow rivers the Panidihing Wildlife Sanctuary has a rich wetland ecosystem with an area of 33.93 sq. kms. It is 22kms away from Sivasagar town. Established in 1996 as a Bird Sanctuary it is a dream come true for birdwatchers and orinthologists.

A paradise of migratory and resident birds, so far 165 species of birds have been identified and recorded. A place for quite high concentration of Geese and other migratory birds. The common birds seen are Bar-headed Goose, Grey leg Goose, Spot billed Duck, Mallard, Gadwall, Wigeon, Gargany, Shoveller, Red crested Pochard, Common Pochard, Ferruginous Duck, Adjutant Stork, Lesser Adjutant Stork, Open bill Stork, White necked Stork etc.
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Coordinates:   27°7'19"N   94°35'47"E

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  • A must visit for bird lovers. It is declared ramsha place.as more than 2000 birds are counted here. It has approx 200 species of birds.
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