Mayani is one of the most prominent bird sanctuaries of India . The bird sanctuary is globally
reckoned for its gigantic range of species for migratory birds and local birds.
The Mayani Bird Sanctuary lies in the Satara district of Maharashtra state, thirteen miles south-
east of Vaduj at the junction of the Tasganv-Mograla and Malharpeth-Pandharpur roads. The
town is walled and entered by gates on the west and east.
The Mayani Bird Sanctuary is a house for more than 400 species of birds . A place that is rich
in flora and fauna, that can offer you very picturesque beauty and is well equipped with the
modern infrastructure. If you are a bird lover, This Sanctuary should be the next in your trip
plans. Mayani Bird Sanctuary Maharashtra is one of the most sought after bird sanctuary
of India. This sanctuary has a niche of various small and big animals. The wet ecosystem has
given an opportunity to a large variety of flora and fauna to flourish in this place. There are a
number of migratory birds that you can expect here like Brahminy ducks, Black ibis, painted
stork, kingfisher, coot, common spoon bill, northern shoveler etc. One of the best attractions of
this place is the Siberian cranes and the flamingos are also what people come to see here. There
is some specific time of the year when you can see these flamingos and the migratory period
of these birds attracts the largest crowd of birdwatchers to this place at that time. Apart from
these Siberian and Indian migratory birds there is a huge variety of local birds that you can find
here throughout the year. These birds are multihued and of different shapes, sizes and textures.
November to January is though the best time to visit the Bird Sanctuary Maharashtra.
How to reach:
From Pune five hrs journy by road, From Karad 45 km
Best time to visit:
In winter from november to january every year.