Wildlife - Tour in Manjira Bird Sanctuary

Location : 50-km From Hyderabad near Sangareddy in Medak District, Andhra Pradesh.

Area : 20-sq-km.

Best Time to Visit : October to July.

Access : By Rail : Nearest railway station is at Hyderabad (150 kms) By Road : It is 29 kms from Macherla the nearest town which is connected to Hyderabad.

Introduction : Manjira Bird Sanctuary is located near Sangareddy in Medak district spreading over 20-sq-km. It is a small sanctuary located along the river Manjira. It supports Riverine habitat. It is home for many water bird species, mugger crocodiles and fresh water turtles. Boats are in operation to take the visitors around the sanctuary for bird watching.

Wildlife Species : Bird species found here are catla, rahu, murrel, ech paten, karugu, chidwa, painted storks, herons, coots, teals, cormorants, pochards, black and white ibises, spoon bills, open billed storks etc.