Sprawling
on 17.26 sq km surrounded by sea and shore, comprising forests of tidal
swamps, this sanctuary is situated in Nagapattinam district. It is bestowed
with populations of varied wild life such as Chittal, Wild Boar Sprawling on
17.26 sq km surrounded by sea and shore, comprising forests of tidal swamps,
dry evergreen forests of mangroves, this sanctuary is situated in the
Nagapattinam district. It is bestowed with population of varied wild life
such as Chital, Wild boar, Bonnet macaque, Black Buck, Flamingoes, Teals,
Gulls, Terns, Plavers and Stilts. Special attractions are close encounters
with Dolphins and Turtles which often come quite close to the shore.
Variety Of Birds Visiting The Sanctuary
Between November and January, the tidal mud flats and marshes are covered
with Teals, Curlews, Gulls, Terns, Plovers, Sandpipers, Shanks, Herons and
up to 3000 Flamingoes at one time.
In the spring, a different set of birds - Koels, Mynas and Barbets are
drawn here by the profusion of wild berries. From April to June there's very
little activity; the main rainy season is between October and December.
Fauna
Point Calimere sanctuary is bestowed with population of varied wild life
such as Chital, Wild boar, Bonnet macaque, Black Buck, Flamingos, Teals,
Gulls, Terns, Plavers and Stilts. Special attractions are close encounters
with Dolphins and Turtles, which often come quite close to the shore.
Link
» Air : Tiruchirapalli (225 km) , is the nearest Airport which
connects tourists to Nagapattinam district where Point Calimere sanctuary is
located.
» Rail : Thiruthuraipoondi (42 km), is the nearest railhead.
» Road : Point Calimere Sanctuary is well connected through
roads.
Point
Calimere Bird Sanctuary
