The famous Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary is located in which of the following states?

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  1. Tamil Nadu
  2. Andhra Pradesh
  3. Karnataka
  4. Madhya Pradesh

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Option 2 : Andhra Pradesh
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The correct answer is Andhra Pradesh.

Key Points 

  • Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary is located in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh.
  • It was established in 1976 and covers an area of 458 hectares.
  • The sanctuary is home to over 200 species of birds, including pelicans, painted storks, spoonbills, and ibises.
  •  Besides birdwatching, visitors can enjoy boating, nature walks, and photography at the sanctuary.

Additional Information

  • Tamil Nadu - Tamil Nadu has several bird sanctuaries, including the Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary and Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary. - However, Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary is not located in Tamil Nadu.
  • Karnataka - Karnataka is home to several bird sanctuaries, including Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary and Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. - However, Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary is not located in Karnataka.
  • Madhya Pradesh - Madhya Pradesh is known for its national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, including Bandhavgarh National Park and Kanha National Park. - However, Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary is not located in Madhya Pradesh. 
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