Siberian Birds Travel Thousands of Miles to Jharkhand, Udwa Sanctuary and Ladna Dam Abuzz with Chirping Guests

Jamtara, Jharkhand: The wild and hilly regions of Jamtara are currently resonating with the colorful calls of foreign migratory birds. Nestled along the Ganga River, these areas are emerging as significant tourist attractions in the state.

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With winter setting in, the arrival of migratory birds along the reservoirs and wetlands of Jharkhand has begun. These seasonal visitors stay until March before returning to their native habitats.

Every year, birds from Siberia, Europe, and other distant regions flock to the evergreen forests of Sahibganj and the Udwa Bird Sanctuary. The Ganga riverine environment provides an ideal habitat, making these sanctuaries an important ecological and tourist hotspot.

In Jamtara, Ladna Dam and the Narayanpur valley forests offer particularly favorable conditions for migratory birds. Each winter, around 56 species arrive in the region, of which 19 are foreign species.

These birds undertake thousands of miles of arduous travel from the harsh, icy regions of Siberia, Russia, and China to spend the winter months in Jharkhand. The calm environment allows them to live peacefully and even breed in the area. Notable species include the Pacific Golden Plover, Siberian birds, Common Pochard, and Alaskan varieties, with some being rare.

Forest officials emphasize the importance of conservation measures. Divisional Forest Officer Rajkumar noted that the favorable environment of Jamtara attracts these birds and that the forest department is actively working to ensure their protection. Local communities are being sensitized to avoid hunting or disturbing the birds.

The rich greenery and presence of rare migratory birds have made this region a major tourist attraction. Locals have long demanded the development of the area as a dedicated bird sanctuary. Meanwhile, the forest department continues to monitor bird populations and implement conservation initiatives, urging residents to respect and protect these avian visitors.