Hailed by naturalist and ornithologist, Dr Salim Ali, as the richest bird habitat in peninsular India, Thattekad is Kerala’s first bird sanctuary. Comprising green hills and greener forests, this bird paradise is home to Ashy Wood Swallows, Ceylon Frogmouths, Whiskered Terns, Plum Headed Parakeets, Cormorants and many other winged species. Thattekad is also famous as a ‘Cuckoo Paradise’, since you can spot a variety of them here including the Drongo Cuckoo, Indian Hawk Cuckoo, Large Hawk Cuckoo and the common Indian cuckoo here.
Best Time To Visit: October to March
Nearest Airport: Kochi
