Manjira Wildlife Sanctuary
Manjira wildlife sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and reservoir located in the Sangareddy district of Telangana State, India. Originally a crocodile sanctuary developed to protect the vulnerable species mugger crocodile, today it is home to more than 70 species of birds. The reservoir, located in the sanctuary, provides drinking water to Hyderabad and Secundarabad.
| Manjira Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
Migratory birds in the Manjira Wildlife Sanctuary | |
Location of Manjira Wildlife Sanctuary in India Manjira Wildlife Sanctuary (India) | |
| Location | Telangana State, India |
| Coordinates | 17°57′52″N 78°02′22″E |
| Area | 20 km2 (4,900 acres) |
| Established | June 1978 |
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