Gudavi Bird Sanctuary
# Gudavi Bird Sanctuary

Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is a tourist destination in Malenadu region of Karnataka, Sanctuary is spread over an area of 0.74 square km. It is part of Soraba Taluk of Shivamogga district in Karnataka.

As per a 2009 survey, 217 different species of birds belonging to 48 families are found at this place.

A natural lake and the trees gives shelter to these birds. It is a small seasonal lake and is filled with water mostly in the rainy season. Various avian species migrate from across the globe in different seasons for breeding. A platform is built for bird watchers to have a closer look at the birds.

## Variety of birds

* Grey heron
* Night heron
* Little cormorant
* Grey junglefowl
* Indian pond heron
* Darter
* Indian shag
* Little grebe
* White ibis
* Pariah kite
* Brahminy kite
* Eurasian spoonbill

## Accessibility

* Nearest City
   * Sirsi (38 km)
* Nearest towns:
   * Banavasi (15 km)
   * Soraba(16 km)
   * Siddapura (25 km)
* Nearest train station:
   * Talaguppa (42 km)
* Nearest airport:
   * Hubli (165 km)
