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Pakshipathalam: (10 km from Thirunelly in Wayanad) Situated 1740 meters
above sea level, Pakshipathalam can be accessed only by trekking. Rare
species of birds can be sighted from the watch tower of this bird
sanctuary. Special permission should be obtained from DFO, North
Wayanad to enter area.
Thattekkadu Bird Sanctuary: (20 km from Kothamangalam in Ernakulam) Nestled
amidst evergreen forests, this rare bird sanctuary was discovered by the
renowned ornithologist of India, Dr. Salim Ali at Kochi - Munnar root and
is named after him. Diverse migrant species home in here during season.
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