Flamingo Sanctuary Flashcards
1
Q
Which state is Flamingo sanctuary located in ?
A
MAHARASHTRA
2
Q
Is it Maharashtras 1st marine sanctuary ?
A
NO it is 2nd , Malvan sanctuary is 1st
3
Q
What is the recent controversy ?
A
Wildlife clearance given to Mumbai-Ahmedabad high speed train corridor that encroaches on this sanctuary and also Sanjay Gandhi National Park
4
Q
Which part of the sanctuary does Flamingos visit the most ?
A
Western side of Thane creek
5
Q
What has Bombay Natural History society designated this sanctuary as ?
A
Important Bird Area
6
Q
Some points about Sanjay Gandhi National Park ?
A
1) Spread over 3 districts - Palghar , Thane and Mumbai suburb
2) Home to many endangered animals
3) Also home to small population of leopards
