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Kadalundi
bird sanctuary, 19 kms from Kozhikode is
home to more than a hundred varieties of native birds and over 60 species
of migratory birds flock here in large numbers. The sanctuary is also
known for a wide variety of Fish, Mussels and Crabs.
The sanctuary, which is spread over a cluster of islands, covers an area
of 3 kms in a scenic area surrounded by hillocks. A hillock, which is 200
m above sea level, provides a splendid view of the river mouth and the
sea.
Wild Population
The sanctuary is a haven for Migratory Birds. Terns, Gulls, Herons,
Sandpipers, Whimbrels, and other migratory birds flock the place from the
month of November and return only by the end of April.
The park is also famous for wide variety of Fish, Mussels and Crabs.
Best Time To Visit
The ideal season to visit is from December to April in the early hours of
the day.