Ghataprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
| Ghataprabha Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
Interactive map of Ghataprabha Wildlife Sanctuary | |
| Location | Belagavi district, Karnataka, India |
| Area | 29.78 |
| Established | 1974 |
Ghataprabha Wildlife Sanctuary also known as Ghataprabha Bird Sanctuary is a protected area and wildlife sanctuary located in the Belagavi district of the Indian state of Karnataka covering an area of 29.78 km². It is situated along the banks of the Ghataprabha River and is renowned for its diverse bird population, particularly migratory species that visit during the winter months.[1][2]
It includes the reservoir created by the Dhupdal Dam, which was constructed in 1883, as well as over 22 small islands located within the river. The sanctuary is located roughly 70 km from the city of Belagavi.[3][4]
References
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- ^ Service, Express News (2017-12-10). "Karnataka plays host to migratory birds". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2025-12-06.
- ^ "Ghataprabha Bird Sanctuary - Karnataka Tourism". karnatakatourism.org. Retrieved 2025-12-06.
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