1. Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.|
2. Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.|
"Exciting news! Tamil Nadu's 17th bird sanctuary has been officially declared at Nanjarayan in Tirupur district by the government.
Chief Minister M K Stalin announced on Twitter
Asian Openbill, a bird that's as unique as it is intriguing! Asian Openbills are like nature's special architects, known for their distinctive beaks that have a gap in the middle.
They have white plumage with black wingtips and tail feathers, making them look like elegant, feathered artists.
What's truly remarkable about Asian Openbills is their feeding behavior.
They use their specialized beaks to catch snails and other aquatic creatures from the water.
They're like the expert chefs of the bird world, using their beaks like tongs to extract their favorite meals.
These birds are known for their soft, melodious calls, and you can often spot them in large flocks.
So, the next time you're near wetlands, ponds, or lakes, keep an eye out for these charming birds.
They're like the clever architects of the bird world, adding a touch of wonder and curiosity to your nature explorations.
Large stork with a distinctive gap between its mandibles, which gives rise to its name.
Often found in wetlands, marshes, and rice paddies.
Feeds primarily on freshwater mollusks, using its specialized bill to extract snails from their shells.
Known for its gregarious behavior and communal nesting colonies.