Nakti Bird Sanctuary

Nakti Bird Sanctuary is a reservoir-based bird sanctuary centered on the Nakti Dam near Jhajha in Jamui district, Bihar. Created by the damming of the Nakti River, the wetland attracts large numbers of resident and migratory birds in winter. Notable for its scenic waterbody surrounded by hills and forests, it forms a twin sanctuary complex with nearby Nagi Dam Bird Sanctuary and was designated a Ramsar site, making it an important birdwatching destination in Bihar.

Visitors can expect a large reservoir and wetland surrounded by low hills, scrub forest and agricultural land. The main attraction is birdwatching from the dam embankment and reservoir edges, with flocks of migratory waterbirds visible in winter. The setting is quiet and natural with open water, exposed mudflats in dry season, and viewpoints over the reservoir. Facilities are basic and the experience is focused on nature observation, photography and sightseeing.

Nakti Dam was constructed on the Nakti River for irrigation and water storage. The reservoir and its surroundings later developed into an important habitat for resident and migratory birds and was notified as Nakti Bird Sanctuary. In 2024, Nakti Bird Sanctuary along with Nagi Bird Sanctuary was designated as a Ramsar Site, recognizing its international importance as a wetland.