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Migratory birds flock Ropar
by Sunil Sharma
Ropar
(Punjab): Satluj Water Body Wetland in Ropar of Punjab
has played host to hundreds of migratory birds flocking
the reserve during winters. About 25 varieties of migratory
birds have flocked to wetland in this month to provide
a great delight to birdwatchers. Hundreds of species of
birds from western countries make their way to India during
the winters. The birds belonging to different species
flocking around the lake, besides adding a vibrant and
lively atmosphere to the dull and cheerless winter season,
is quite a feast for the eyes of bird lovers. "The beautiful
birds arrive here from foreign countries, so I come here
in morning and evening to watch these attractive birds.
These birds arrive here every year during this time,"
said Supinder Singh, a visitor. Authorities at the wetland
lament that the Central Government has provided no help
for maintenance irrespective of the fact. "This was declared
as national wetland on February 2, 2007. But till now,
the Central Government has not allotted any money for
the maintenance of this place. It is requirement of national
wetland that there should be trees surrounding the lake
so that birds can take shelter during night. But here
the situation is that trees are being cut by the people
and by administration as well due to which surrounding
land has become vacant," said Prabhat Bhatti, President,
Forum for Protection of Animals. Migratory birds cross
hundreds of miles to reach the Indian subcontinent in
order to save themselves from the northern cold wave.
After halt of three to four months, these birds make their
way back to their respective countries. It is estimated
that over hundred species of migratory birds fly to India,
either in search of feeding grounds or to escape the severe
winter of their native habitat. The numerous wildlife
sanctuaries set up in the country serve as their temporary
habitat.
-Jan
3, 2009
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