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PLACES TO STAY
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Purple Heron (Ardea purpurea) in the wild
near Chilika Lake in Odisha brackish waters offer purple heron sightings, India

Chilika Lake in Odisha brackish waters offer purple heron sightings, India is one of the top spots to sight Purple Heron (Ardea purpurea) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.

Purple Heron (Ardea purpurea)

BEST TIME TO SEE

October-March Dry season enhances visibility in wetlands for spotting herons

SIGHTING TIP

Scan reed beds at dawn for purple herons standing still

Coordinates

19.7144°N, 85.3244°E

HABITAT

Reed swamps and well-vegetated water bodies

CONSERVATION STATUS

Least Concern

Hotels and Stays Nearby

Within 25 Km

Guided Wildlife Tours & Things to Do Nearby

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