Thattekad Bird Sanctuary is a rare haven in Kerala, which offers picturesque landscapes, and is a nature lover's paradise. Bombay Natural History Society has identified 253 species here. The rivers are rich in fish life and are shallow for most of the year.

To reach this sanctuary you can take a pleasant bus-ride from Kothamangalam early in the morning and reach the southern bank of the Periyar, the lake is surrounded by low, thickly wooded hills, which makes it look more beautiful. Important birds found at the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary are large falcon, jungle fowl, white-breasted water hen, hornbill etc. The vegetation in this area consists of tropical evergreen, semi-evergreen, moist deciduous forests and plantations of teak, rosewood, mahogany etc. Further, more than 28 varieties of animals and nine varieties of reptiles have accepted this area as their natural habitat.

How To Reach
Air: Nearest airport is at Kochi, 71 kms.
Rail: Aluva is the nearest railway station, 48 kms