Mangrove forests are biodiversity hotspots, and mangroves in India are the perfect unspoiled destinations to see nature’s blessings. Perhaps, the most important mangrove forest in India is the Sunderbans, and its famous resident, the Bengal swamp tiger, the most coveted wild cats in this part of the world. Besides the Sunderbans, there are other mangrove forests in India that you should know about.
Sunderbans Mangroves
Godavari-Krishna Mangroves
Located on the eastern coast of India, the Godavari-Krishna mangroves extends from Odisha to Tamil Nadu, and is located in the delta of rivers Godavari and Krishna in Andhra Pradesh. The place is known for a world of amazing animal species, alongside aquatic birds such as flamingoes, spot-billed pelicans, spoonbills, and egrets. The mangrove also contains the now threatened, lesser florican bird species.
Baratang Island Mangroves
A great place to explore wildlife in the Andamans, the Baratang Island Mangroves is located 150 km away from Port Blair. The place is full of dense trees, and canopies, and of course some exotic bird species flying from branch to branch. Here, you will also find the limestone caves that are fantastic to explore, so deep that you require a torch to see clearly.
Pichavaram Mangroves
Tamil Nadu’s beautiful Pichavaram Mangroves are the second largest in the world, and you can explore this place on a boat. The mangroves are spread across 1100 ha, and is separated from the Bay of Bengal by a sandbar. Attracting a host of local and migrant birds, the Pichavaram Mangroves present a compelling beauty that should be explored.
