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Jayakwadi Bird
Sanctuary is situated in Aurngabad and Ahamadnagar district in Marathawara
region. The presence of the Nathsagar Lake in the sanctuary, make the
surrounding areas rich in aquatic flora and fauna.
Flora :
The aquatic vegetation included mainly the species of Chara, Spyrogyra, Hydrilla,
Potamogeton, Vallisneria etc. Argemone Maxicana and Ipomea Fistulosa are found
in the surrounding area. Nearby areas are agricultural irrigated fields and the
habitat has high potential and rich productivity of aquatic flora and fauna.
Fauna :
It has attracted many species of resident and migratory birds. Nearly 200
species of birds are in this area, which includes more than 70 species of
migratory birds out of which 45 major species are of international migration.
Notable amongst migratory birds are Cranes, Flamingos, Brahmany Duck, Pochards
Teals, Pintails, Wigeon, Shovellar, God Wit, Shauces, Glossy Ibis, etc. It is a
habitat for resting of local resident birds. |
