29(Atapaka Bird Sanctuary) Flashcards
1
Q
Where is it
A
Its near Kolleru Lake
2
Q
Now where is Kolleru lake
A
In AP
3
Q
Where is Chilika lake
A
Odish
4
Q
where is pulicat lake
A
At intersection of AP and TN but we consider it AP
5
Q
why is Atapaka bird sanctuary in news
A
Around 7000 birds came for breeding in the artificial lake constructed.
Majorly they were Grey Pelican and Painted Stork
Both birds have longgggg beak
6
Q
Is Kolleru lake artificial???
A
Noooo it is made at delta of Krishna and godavari.
7
Q
Is kolleru a WLS
A
Yes notified under WLPA 1972
8
Q
Is it under Ramsar
A
Yes it has gained the status of Wetland of International Importance since 2002
9
Q
where is Kamlang Tiger reserve
A
Arunachal
