Mar 20, 2024, 06:13 PM IST

9 rare birds in India

Kajari Goswami

Malabar parakeet: These are native to India. This species of bird is extremely rare.

Great Indian Bustard: It is a rare and endangered bird found in grasslands.

Red-headed vultures: These are severely endangered. They have striking appearances and are facing multiple threats.

Forest owlet: These are elusive owl species which has been rediscovered in central India.

Spoon-billed sandpiper: These small wader-facing birds are becoming lesser due to habitat loss.

White-bellied heron: The rare herons are found in northeastern India.

Nicobar megapode: The are found in Nicobar islands. These rare birds have fascinating nesting habits.

Nilgiri flycatcher: These are found in the hills of southern India.

Jerdon's courser: These are nocturnal birds found in India.