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Flamingos flock to Rajasthan's Sambhar Lake as migration season begins
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 12:33 PM
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A large number of migratory flamingos have been spotted at Sambhar Lake in Rajasthan, with videos confirming their arrival.
Migratory flamingos have arrived at Sambhar Lake in Rajasthan, drawing attention from wildlife enthusiasts and local residents. Recent video footage shared online shows the pink birds wading and feeding in the shallow waters of the lake.
Sambhar Lake, the largest inland saltwater lake in India, has long been a seasonal haven for various waterfowl. The presence of flamingos adds to its ecological importance and is expected to attract bird‑watchers and tourists during the migration period.
The sightings were reported by Hindustan Times, which highlighted the visual evidence of the birds' arrival. Local authorities are likely to monitor the lake to ensure the safety of both the birds and visitors, though no official statements were released at the time of reporting.
Sambhar Lake, the largest inland saltwater lake in India, has long been a seasonal haven for various waterfowl. The presence of flamingos adds to its ecological importance and is expected to attract bird‑watchers and tourists during the migration period.
The sightings were reported by Hindustan Times, which highlighted the visual evidence of the birds' arrival. Local authorities are likely to monitor the lake to ensure the safety of both the birds and visitors, though no official statements were released at the time of reporting.