Porbandar Bird Sanctuary

Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is a small urban wetland sanctuary located in the heart of Porbandar city, Gujarat, centered around Porbandar Lake. Notified in 1988 and spread over about 9.33 hectares, it is considered one of India's smallest bird sanctuaries. The sanctuary protects a freshwater lake and marsh habitat that attracts resident and migratory birds, including flamingos, teals, ibis and waders, offering accessible birdwatching within city limits.

Visitors can expect a compact urban lake and marshland with shallow water, reed beds and open water areas. A watchtower and peripheral walking paths allow viewing of resident and winter migratory birds such as flamingos, pelicans, ducks, teals, coots, ibis and waders. The sanctuary has a Nature Interpretation Centre with displays on local birdlife. The setting is within Porbandar city, surrounded by roads and residential areas, offering easy, short nature walks and photography opportunities.

Notified as a protected bird sanctuary in 1988 by the Government of Gujarat, the sanctuary was established to conserve the wetland ecosystem of Porbandar Lake within the urban area. Covering 9.33 hectares, it is recognized as one of the smallest bird sanctuaries in India and has been developed with a watchtower and interpretation facilities for conservation education.