For avid birders, Carambolim lake in Goa is the place to be

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The Carambolim lake near Old Goa, Tiswadi, and 12 km away from Panjim, is a man-made fresh-water wonder.

Goa|Carambolim|Birds|Birding | Photo: Anlisa Rodrigues

The biodiverse richness of the lake attracts several migratory and endemic birds. It is also home to some exotic plants.

Goa|Carambolim|Birds|Birding | Photo: Anlisa Rodrigues

One can feast on watching migratory birds here like the black-tailed godwit, ruddy shelduck, Kentish plover and Eurasian curlew.

Goa|Carambolim|Birds|Birding | Photo: Anlisa Rodrigues

Some of the resident birds found at the lake are the little cormorant, little egret, common kingfisher and Indian pond heron.

Goa|Carambolim|Birds|Biodiversity | Photo: Anlisa Rodrigues

One of the two bird towers at the lake which allow birders to enjoy a good view of the avian visitors.

Goa|Carambolim|Birds|Tower | Photo: Anlisa Rodrigues

This lake is considered to be biodiverse in nature and a very important wetland in Goa.

Goa|Carambolim|Birds|Wetland | Photo: Anlisa Rodrigues

A pathway leading to one of the bird-watching towers.

Goa|Carambolim|Birds|Biodiversity | Photo: Anlisa Rodrigues

A small nature trail at the lake.

Goa|Carambolim|Birds|Biodiversity | Photo: Anlisa Rodrigues

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