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IN PHOTOS: Graceful lesser flamingos spotted at Thane Creek Sanctuary

Updated On: 24 May, 2025 12:53 PM IST | Anushree Gaikwad

In a spectacular sight, lesser flamingos are seen at the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary, adding a burst of colour and life to the wetland habitat as they congregate in large flocks this season. (Pics/ Darshan Ambre)

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The Thane Creek, stretching over 17 sq km amid the concrete jungles of Mumbai and Thane, serves as a habitat for around 200 bird species, many of which are migratory. Among these, the 'Rohit' or Flamingo is the center of attraction. Pic/ Darshan Ambre

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The Thane Creek, stretching over 17 sq km amid the concrete jungles of Mumbai and Thane, serves as a habitat for around 200 bird species, many of which are migratory. Among these, the 'Rohit' or Flamingo is the center of attraction. Pic/ Darshan Ambre
 The flamingo is a tall, pink bird with a downward-curved beak, long and graceful legs and neck, large wings, and a small tail

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 The flamingo is a tall, pink bird with a downward-curved beak, long and graceful legs and neck, large wings, and a small tail

The Mangrove Cell has undertaken a major project to conserve bird life in the rich mangrove area of Thane Creek

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The Mangrove Cell has undertaken a major project to conserve bird life in the rich mangrove area of Thane Creek

Following the ‘Malvan Marine Sanctuary’ in Sindhudurg, this is the second marine sanctuary in Maharashtra

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Following the ‘Malvan Marine Sanctuary’ in Sindhudurg, this is the second marine sanctuary in Maharashtra

Birdwatching and ‘Flamingo Boat Rides’ are available for tourists to explore the creek

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Birdwatching and ‘Flamingo Boat Rides’ are available for tourists to explore the creek

On August 15, 2022, Thane Creek was designated as a Ramsar wetland site

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On August 15, 2022, Thane Creek was designated as a Ramsar wetland site

Thane Creek is one of the largest Ramsar sites, covering an area of 6,500 hectares, including an Eco-Sensitive Zone

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Thane Creek is one of the largest Ramsar sites, covering an area of 6,500 hectares, including an Eco-Sensitive Zone

It is also the first Ramsar site located within a metropolitan area. This is Maharashtra's third and India's 72nd site to be granted Ramsar status

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It is also the first Ramsar site located within a metropolitan area. This is Maharashtra's third and India's 72nd site to be granted Ramsar status

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