- Madiwala Lake
Madiwala lake is one of the biggest lakes in
Bangalore ,India spread over an area of 114.3 hectare. It is is situated in theBTM Layout at 12° 54' 28" North, 77° 37' 0" East inBangalore city. It is a home to many migratory birds.Administration and Facilities
The Madiwala Lake comes under the administration of Karnataka State Forest Department which carries out the routine maintenance of this lake. There is also a beautiful Children park. The boating facility has been discontinued recently.
Pelican Migration
The Madiwala lake sees a huge number of
Spot-billed Pelican migration in the winter(November-December). TheseSpot billed pelicans live in groups. The main food is fish. Pelicans take small flight across the lake for fishing. These migratory birds can also be sighted in Sri Lanka. They provide a great sight while landing. Typically their wing spans for about 8.5 feet. The pelicans in this lake share their food with the localfishermen . Local people have great love towards these migratory birds. Egrets can also be sighted along with these birds.
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