Furthermore, mindless and unregulated tourism has been cited as a deterrent for other birds. In the past, the increasing number of tourist boats and the disturbance caused by visitors have contributed to a decline in flamingo numbers. The combination of ecological pressures, poor monsoon seasons leading to parched wetlands, and human interference has created a precarious situation for the sanctuary's birdlife.
Recognizing the ecological warning signs, the Maharashtra government and NGOs have launched aggressive, multi-pronged restoration plans to stabilize Bhigwan's ecosystem. bhigwan birds upd
*While not a bird, the wolf is a major attraction of the grassland ecosystem. Furthermore, mindless and unregulated tourism has been cited
| Boat launch point | Best time | Target birds | |------------------|-----------|--------------| | (east side) | 7:00–10:00 AM | Flamingos, ducks, skimmers (rare), eagles | | Diksal (west side) | 3:30–6:00 PM | Waders in golden light, marsh harriers | Recognizing the ecological warning signs
Bhigwan is about 100 km from Pune (approx. 2.5–3 hours) on the Pune-Solapur Highway (NH65). It is easily accessible by car or state transport buses.
Options are basic:
“20,000 flamingos, 400 spoonbills, 5,000 black-tailed godwits.” The wetland is pregnant with life.