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IN PHOTOS: Stunning aerial view of Flamingos in Navi Mumbai

Updated On: 04 April, 2024 03:23 PM IST | Ainie Rizvi

For nearly six to seven months every year, the wetlands near DPS Lake turn into a sojourn for flamingos. The exodus that takes place from Rann of Kutch in Gujarat culminates at the feeding grounds of Mangrove swamps in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. Scroll to see pink pilgrims at Navi Mumbai. Image courtesy: PTI

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Flamingos seen on the water of DPS Lake as it has started turning reddish pink due to algae bloom, at Nerul in Navi Mumbai

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Flamingos seen on the water of DPS Lake as it has started turning reddish pink due to algae bloom, at Nerul in Navi Mumbai
Against the backdrop of Navi Mumbai's skyline, the waters of DPS Lake transform into a scenic canvas, reflecting the hues of an algae bloom, while Flamingos grace the wetlands with their flight

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Against the backdrop of Navi Mumbai's skyline, the waters of DPS Lake transform into a scenic canvas, reflecting the hues of an algae bloom, while Flamingos grace the wetlands with their flight

As per the IUCN Red List, the Lesser flamingos have been tagged as ‘Near Threatened’ which highlights the importance of preserving these winter birds

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As per the IUCN Red List, the Lesser flamingos have been tagged as ‘Near Threatened’ which highlights the importance of preserving these winter birds

Owing to the rich biodiversity naturally available at DPS Lake – it has emerged as a natural habitat for these pink pilgrims

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Owing to the rich biodiversity naturally available at DPS Lake – it has emerged as a natural habitat for these pink pilgrims

However, these habitats are threatened by the burgeoning real estate in the surrounding regions, inform bird photographers and green activists

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However, these habitats are threatened by the burgeoning real estate in the surrounding regions, inform bird photographers and green activists

According to the statistics shared by BNHS, the wetlands of Mumbai are home to approximately 1,20,000 Flamingos during the peak of the winter season

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According to the statistics shared by BNHS, the wetlands of Mumbai are home to approximately 1,20,000 Flamingos during the peak of the winter season

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