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News1807-01-2026, 12:49

Pilibhit Tiger Reserve's 7 Unique Birds: Discover Their Amazing Characteristics!

  • Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) is home to the rare 'Bengal Florican', known for its male's unique aerial breeding dance, attracting tourists.
  • The Sarus Crane, Uttar Pradesh's state bird, is the world's tallest flying bird, symbolizing good fortune and lifelong fidelity.
  • The Black-necked Stork is a skilled fish hunter, crucial for the ecosystem, while the Oriental Pied Hornbill is an 'engineer of the forests' known for its unique nest-building.
  • The Great Slaty Woodpecker, one of the world's largest, makes deep holes in old trees, and the shy Swamp Francolin's unique call enchants wildlife enthusiasts.
  • The Lesser Adjutant Stork, a 'scavenger of nature' in Pilibhit's rural and Terai plains, helps keep the environment clean by hunting pests.

Why It Matters: Pilibhit Tiger Reserve is a haven for diverse and unique bird species, each playing a vital ecological role.

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