In a rare avian sighting, two great white pelicans, also known as “rosy Pelicans”, were spotted at the Nandur Madhmeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary in Nashik on the morning of March 28. 

This is the first recorded sighting of the species at the site since 2005, and the first reported presence in Maharashtra since 2013, when it was last observed in Mumbai. Currently, the two great white pelicans are present at Nandur Madhyameshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, sparking excitement among birdwatchers.