Ghodaghodi Tal

Facts

Coordinates: 28°41′03″N 80°56′43″E
Area: 2,563 ha (6,330 acres)
Established: August 2003

 

Overview

Ghodaghodi Tal is a Ramsar site in western Nepal. Established in August 2003 it covers an area of 2,563 ha in Kailali District at an altitude of 205 metres (673 ft) on the lower slopes of the Siwalik Hills. This Ramsar site consists of a system of around 13 large and shallow oxbow lakes and ponds with associated marshes and meadows. It is surrounded by tropical deciduous forest and some streams along the periphery, which are separated by hillocks.
The forest and wetlands serve as a wildlife corridor between the Terai lowland and the Siwalik Hills. They support critically endangered and vulnerable species including Bengal tiger, Smooth-coated otter, Eurasian otter, Swamp deer, Lesser Adjutant stork, Marsh crocodile, Red-crowned roofed turtle and Three-striped roofed turtle.

Glance of Jungle Safari
National Parks
Wildlife Reserve
Hunting Reserve
Ramsar Sites
Conservation Area