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'''Bhigwan''' is a small town on the border of [[Pune]] and [[Solapur]] district in Central Maharashtra, India. It is located on the Pune-Solapur Highway around 105&nbsp;km from Pune on the backwaters of [[Ujani dam]]. Bhigwan is famous for [[birdwatching]], especially [[flamingo]] and wildlife photography.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mumbaitravellers.in/1-day-birdwatching-and-photography-at-bhigwan/|title=1 Day Birdwatching and Photography at Bhigwan |publisher=Mumbai Travellers}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.punemirror.in/pune/others/Bhigwan-low-on-flamingos-this-year/articleshow/50097581.cms|title=Bhigwan low on flamingos this year |publisher=[[Pune Mirror]]}}</ref> It is also known as mini [[Bharatpur district|Bharatpur]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mid-day.com/articles/bhigwan-is-a-new-flock-spot-for-birding-near-mumbai/16912178|title=Bhigwan is a new flock-spot for birding near Mumbai|publisher=[[Mid Day]]}}</ref>
'''Bhigwan''' is a town on the border of the [[Ahmednagar]], [[Pune]] and [[Solapur]] districts in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Bhigwan is famous for [[birdwatching]], especially [[flamingo|flamingos]] and wildlife photography.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mumbaitravellers.in/1-day-birdwatching-and-photography-at-bhigwan/|title=1 Day Birdwatching and Photography at Bhigwan|publisher=Mumbai Travellers}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.punemirror.in/pune/others/Bhigwan-low-on-flamingos-this-year/articleshow/50097581.cms|title=Bhigwan low on flamingos this year|publisher=[[Pune Mirror]]}}</ref> It is also famous for its fishes and the authentic Maharashtrian 'Machhi Thali'.


==Details==
== Geography ==
It is located on the Pune-Solapur Highway around 100km from Pune on the backwaters of the [[Ujani Dam]]. The distance between Solapur and Bhigwan is 151&nbsp;km. It is also known as mini [[Bharatpur district|Bharatpur]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mid-day.com/articles/bhigwan-is-a-new-flock-spot-for-birding-near-mumbai/16912178|title=Bhigwan is a new flock-spot for birding near Mumbai|publisher=[[Mid-Day]]}}</ref>
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[[File:DucksINFlight.jpg|thumb|[[:en:Spot-billed duck|Spot-bill]], [[:en:Northern shoveler|Shovellers]], [[:en:Garganey|Garganeys]] in Bhigwan]]
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At Bhigwan, many kinds of [[Duck]]s, [[Heron]]s, [[Egret]]s, [[Bird of prey|Raptors]] and [[Wader]]s along with flocks of hundreds of flamingos can be seen. Variety of birds at Bhigwan gives of sighting of almost all the prime bird species there and also creates great photographic opportunities for wildlife photographers. At times, 1,000-1,200 flamingos are seen.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.placesnearpune.com/2013/02/bird-watching-bhigwan-flamingos/|title=Bird watching at Bhigwan – famous for flamingos - Places near Pune and Mumbai|publisher=placesnearpune.com}}</ref> The low rains and low water level has now reduced the number of flamingos over some years. It is a favourite spot for migratory birds, with more than 230 species found here. One can also see [[painted stork]]s, [[barheaded geese]], [[demoiselle crane]]s, etc. These birds can be seen in the winter season between December and March. The bird generally migrates via marine routes and adult females depart from the breeding grounds.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.punemirror.in/pune/others/Birders-at-Bhigwan-get-a-rare-treat/articleshow/51502038.cms|title=Birders at Bhigwan get a rare treat - Pune Mirror|publisher=Pune Mirror}}</ref>,<ref>YAZDANI, G. and SINGH, D., 2002. Zool. Surv. India. "Wetland Ecosystem Series No. 3 Fauna of Ujani" 143-156, 2002. FAUNA OF UJANI, p.143,[http://faunaofindia.nic.in/PDFVolumes/ess/009/index.pdf#page=147.]</ref>
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[[File:Flamingos-in-Bhigwan.jpg|alt=Flamingos-in-Bhigwan|thumb|Flamingos-in-Bhigwan]]


The Ujani Dam is constructed on the [[Bhima River]]. The water of the dam has created a shallow wetland and hosts many birds, which serves as an important hotspot for amateur and avid birders.
The backwaters of Ujjani Dam is wintering home for list of migratory birds such as Greater Flamingo, Eurasian Spoonbill, Bar Headed Goose, Collared Pratincole and the Osprey, bird of prey. Bhigwan is also home to the fastest bird of animal kingdom - the [[Peregrine falcon]].


==Fauna==
Kumbhargaon and Diksal are two most popular Flamingoes watching spots in Bhigwan but the both places are located in opposite direction from the main town.Kumbhargaon Village is located 7-8 kms from the main town of Bhigwan on Pune Solapur highway.Diksal is a small village on this road at distance of 6-7 kms from Bhigwan .Take right from Diksal and travel by road which heads to Bhilarwadi Sugar plant .After the right turn at Diksal, the road cuts through the backwaters. on both sides of this road one can see backwater and birds.this road has been built on the old railway line.
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[[File:DucksINFlight.jpg|thumb|[[Indian spot-billed duck]], [[:en:Northern shoveler|Shovellers]], [[:en:Garganey|Garganeys]] in Bhigwan]]
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[[File: White Wagtail Bhigwan.jpg|alt=White Wagtail|thumb|White Wagtail]]
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At Bhigwan, [[duck]]s, [[heron]]s, [[egret]]s, [[Bird of prey|raptors]] and [[wader]]s along with flocks of hundreds of flamingos are present. At times, 1,000–1,200 [[flamingo]]s<ref>{{Citation|title=Camargue Flamingos : A.R. Johnson|work=Flamingos|year=1975|publisher=Poyser|doi=10.5040/9781472597489.ch-001|isbn=978-1-4725-9748-9}}</ref> are seen.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.placesnearpune.com/2013/02/bird-watching-bhigwan-flamingos/|title=Bird watching at Bhigwan – famous for Flamingos - Places near Pune and Mumbai|publisher=placesnearpune.com}}</ref> Low rainfall and low water levels have reduced the birds' numbers. More than 230 species of migratory birds are found here, including [[painted stork]]s, [[Bar-headed goose|bar-headed geese]] and [[demoiselle crane]]s. These birds are present in the winter season between December and March. The birds generally migrate via marine routes and adult females depart from the breeding grounds.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.punemirror.in/pune/others/Birders-at-Bhigwan-get-a-rare-treat/articleshow/51502038.cms|title=Birders at Bhigwan get a rare treat - Pune Mirror|publisher=Pune Mirror}}</ref><ref>Yazdani, G. and Singh, D., 2002. Zool. Surv. India. "Wetland Ecosystem Series No. 3 Fauna of Ujani" 143-156, 2002. FAUNA OF UJANI, p.143,[http://faunaofindia.nic.in/PDFVolumes/ess/009/index.pdf#page=147.]</ref>
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[[File:Flamingos-in-Bhigwan.jpg|alt=Flamingos-in-Bhigwan|thumb|Flamingos in Bhigwan]]

The backwaters of Ujjani Dam host the [[greater flamingo]], [[Eurasian spoonbill]], bar-headed goose, [[collared pratincole]] and [[osprey]]. Bhigwan hosts the fastest bird of the animal kingdom, the [[peregrine falcon]].

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[[File: White Wagtail Bhigwan.jpg|alt=White Wagtail|thumb|[[White wagtail|White Wagtail]]]]

The dry grasslands, woodlands, swamps, wetlands and backwaters of Bhigwan are the habitat for many species of fish, [[amphibian]]s, [[lizard]]s and [[snake]]s.


==Transport==
==Transport==
Visitors can travel to Bhigwan by the State Transport Buses bound for Solapur and onwards from Pune, which takes approximately 3.5 hours, or travel in their own vehicle.The birding spots are as far away as 10 to 15 kms from Bhigwan main town.
Visitors can either travel to Bhigwan by the State Transport Buses bound for Solapur and onwards from Pune, which takes approximately 3.5&nbsp;hours or can travel in their own vehicles. The main birding spots are as far away as 5 to 10&nbsp;km from Bhigwan's main town.


One can also travel via Train from Pune, There is a list of trains stop at Bhigvan (BGVN) such as Chennai mail, Pune Sur Demu, and Hyderabad Exp, Shidheshwar Exp.etc.
One can also travel via train from Pune. There is a list of trains stop at Bhigwan such as ''Chennai Mail'' (11027), ''Pune Sur Demu'', ''Hyderabad Express'' (17031) and ''Shidheshwar Express'' (12115). The fastest way to reach Solapur from Bhigwan is via taxi, which takes approximately 2.5 hours.


Bhigwan is approximately 25&nbsp;km away from Baramati.
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==Best time to Visit==

The best time to visit Bhigwan is between the months of November and March.One can also visit post March but because of heat ,its going to be very difficult to focus .However last of June and first week of July are also good time to visit Bhigwan but the number of bird species are decreased.
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==Best time to visit==
The best time to visit Bhigwan is between the months of December and March.
Flamingos prefer the winter season as they require water-bodies of shallow depths for fishing. There are several village home-stays for tourists.


==See also==
==See also==

*[[Bharatpur district]]
*[[Bhuleshwar Temple]]
*[[Bhuleshwar Temple]]


== References ==
== References ==
<ref>[http://www.shepherdtraveller.com/travel-guides/bhigwan-best-time-to-visit/ The Best Time to Visit Bhigwan - A Paradise of Birds]</ref>
{{Reflist}}
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
http://www.birdsofbhigwan.com/10-beautiful-migratory-birds-coming-to-bhigwan/
[[Category:Villages in Solapur district]]
[[Category:Villages in Solapur district]]
[[Category:Cities and towns in Solapur district]]
[[Category:Cities and towns in Solapur district]]

Latest revision as of 21:07, 18 March 2024

Bhigwan
Village
Flamingo bird
Flamingo bird
Bhigwan is located in Maharashtra
Bhigwan
Bhigwan
Location in Maharashtra, India
Bhigwan is located in India
Bhigwan
Bhigwan
Bhigwan (India)
Coordinates: 18°17′58″N 074°45′16″E / 18.29944°N 74.75444°E / 18.29944; 74.75444
Country India
StateMaharashtra
DistrictPune
TalukaIndapur
Government
 • BodyVillage panchayat
Languages
 • OfficialMarathi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
Websitewww.birdsofbhigwan.com

Bhigwan is a town on the border of the Ahmednagar, Pune and Solapur districts in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Bhigwan is famous for birdwatching, especially flamingos and wildlife photography.[1][2] It is also famous for its fishes and the authentic Maharashtrian 'Machhi Thali'.

Geography

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It is located on the Pune-Solapur Highway around 100km from Pune on the backwaters of the Ujani Dam. The distance between Solapur and Bhigwan is 151 km. It is also known as mini Bharatpur.[3]

The Ujani Dam is constructed on the Bhima River. The water of the dam has created a shallow wetland and hosts many birds, which serves as an important hotspot for amateur and avid birders.

Fauna

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Indian spot-billed duck, Shovellers, Garganeys in Bhigwan

At Bhigwan, ducks, herons, egrets, raptors and waders along with flocks of hundreds of flamingos are present. At times, 1,000–1,200 flamingos[4] are seen.[5] Low rainfall and low water levels have reduced the birds' numbers. More than 230 species of migratory birds are found here, including painted storks, bar-headed geese and demoiselle cranes. These birds are present in the winter season between December and March. The birds generally migrate via marine routes and adult females depart from the breeding grounds.[6][7]

Flamingos-in-Bhigwan
Flamingos in Bhigwan

The backwaters of Ujjani Dam host the greater flamingo, Eurasian spoonbill, bar-headed goose, collared pratincole and osprey. Bhigwan hosts the fastest bird of the animal kingdom, the peregrine falcon.

White Wagtail
White Wagtail

The dry grasslands, woodlands, swamps, wetlands and backwaters of Bhigwan are the habitat for many species of fish, amphibians, lizards and snakes.

Transport

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Visitors can either travel to Bhigwan by the State Transport Buses bound for Solapur and onwards from Pune, which takes approximately 3.5 hours or can travel in their own vehicles. The main birding spots are as far away as 5 to 10 km from Bhigwan's main town.

One can also travel via train from Pune. There is a list of trains stop at Bhigwan such as Chennai Mail (11027), Pune Sur Demu, Hyderabad Express (17031) and Shidheshwar Express (12115). The fastest way to reach Solapur from Bhigwan is via taxi, which takes approximately 2.5 hours.

Bhigwan is approximately 25 km away from Baramati.

Best time to visit

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The best time to visit Bhigwan is between the months of December and March. Flamingos prefer the winter season as they require water-bodies of shallow depths for fishing. There are several village home-stays for tourists.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "1 Day Birdwatching and Photography at Bhigwan". Mumbai Travellers.
  2. ^ "Bhigwan low on flamingos this year". Pune Mirror.
  3. ^ "Bhigwan is a new flock-spot for birding near Mumbai". Mid-Day.
  4. ^ "Camargue Flamingos : A.R. Johnson", Flamingos, Poyser, 1975, doi:10.5040/9781472597489.ch-001, ISBN 978-1-4725-9748-9
  5. ^ "Bird watching at Bhigwan – famous for Flamingos - Places near Pune and Mumbai". placesnearpune.com.
  6. ^ "Birders at Bhigwan get a rare treat - Pune Mirror". Pune Mirror.
  7. ^ Yazdani, G. and Singh, D., 2002. Zool. Surv. India. "Wetland Ecosystem Series No. 3 Fauna of Ujani" 143-156, 2002. FAUNA OF UJANI, p.143,[1]
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