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[edit] Overview

Parts of the Naliya Grassland in Kutch, Gujarat (Northwest India) was declared as Kutch Bustard Sanctuary in 1992. The grasslands east of the town of Naliya are famous for its breeding Indian Bustards. They also hold a wide variety of interesting passerines and raptors.

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[edit] Site Information

[edit] History and Use

Like other grasslands the area was mainly used for grazing. However recently parts of it are getting converted into farmland. This is also happening inside the Sanctuary. If this development goes on the future for the bustards looks dark.

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[edit] Contact Details

Deputy Conservator of Forests
Kachchh (West) Forest Division
Bhuj
Kachchh. Gujarat
Ph: (O) 02832 230766

[edit] External Links

• Website of the Forest Departement Gujarat about the sanctuary