December 18, 2025 3:43 PM
Heavy rainfall creates temporary bird habitat in Thoothukudi salt pans
Weeks of heavy rainfall have led to large-scale accumulation of water in salt pans located in the suburban areas of Thoothukudi, transforming landscapes once used exclusively for salt production into temporary water bodies. The unusual conditions have created a favourable habitat for a wide variety of water birds. The inundated salt pans have seen a sharp rise in small fish, insects and other aquatic organisms, drawing birds in large numbers to feed — a sight that is otherwise rare in these a...