IN PHOTOS: Graceful lesser flamingos spotted at Thane Creek Sanctuary
In a spectacular sight, lesser flamingos are seen at the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary, adding a burst of colour and life to the wetland habitat as they congregate in large flocks this season. (Pics/ Darshan Ambre)
24 May,2025 12:53 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad
The Thane Creek, stretching over 17 sq km amid the concrete jungles of Mumbai and Thane, serves as a habitat for around 200 bird species, many of which are migratory. Among these, the 'Rohit' or Flamingo is the center of attraction. Pic/ Darshan Ambre
The flamingo is a tall, pink bird with a downward-curved beak, long and graceful legs and neck, large wings, and a small tail
The Mangrove Cell has undertaken a major project to conserve bird life in the rich mangrove area of Thane Creek
Following the ‘Malvan Marine Sanctuary’ in Sindhudurg, this is the second marine sanctuary in Maharashtra
Birdwatching and ‘Flamingo Boat Rides’ are available for tourists to explore the creek
On August 15, 2022, Thane Creek was designated as a Ramsar wetland site
Thane Creek is one of the largest Ramsar sites, covering an area of 6,500 hectares, including an Eco-Sensitive Zone
It is also the first Ramsar site located within a metropolitan area. This is Maharashtra's third and India's 72nd site to be granted Ramsar status
