Early Times Reporter
Srinagar | Dec 7 : As winter has set in valley, more than six lakh migratory guests from various European and western countries have flown to this part of globe, where white carpet and freezing chill meets their itinerary list.
The migratory birds coming mostly from Russia, Siberia and central Asian Republics are landing these days in the famous wetlands of valley, including Hokersar, Wular Lake, Haigam, Mirgund and Shalbug. Among all the wetlands, Hokersar is the favourite choice of migratory birds.
"Till now, more than six lakh (migratory) birds have reached valley," confirms chief wild life warden Kashmir, Farooq Ahmad Geelani, adding that record breaking count is expected to come.
The visiting bird species stay in the wetlands of snow bound Kashmir for four winter months (November to February) before leaving to their respective regions. During this period the wetlands reflect a crowded look, with hoots and parrows of different visiting specises. The arriving guests include, Brahminy Duck, Tufted Duck, Gadwall, common pock hard, Gad well, Grey legged geese, Grey Heron, little grebe, Brahminy Duck, Tufted Duck, Gadwall, Greganey, Millard, common Merganser, Northern Pintail, common pochard, and many others.
And to provide a feasible ambiance to these visiting avian guests, the state wild life department has taken several measures to maintain sufficient water level in all the wetlands of valley. "We have made various culverts and channels in the wetlands to maintain proper water level," said wild life warden. |
