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Parrot Bird Sanctuary, Chandigarh

1998 establishments in ChandigarhBird sanctuaries of IndiaParrotsProtected areas established in 1998Protected areas of Chandigarh
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City Bird Sanctuary Chandigarh or Parrot Bird Sanctuary Chandigarh is a bird sanctuary situated in sector 21 of the city of Chandigarh, India. It is primarily habitat of parrots. Hundreds of parrots live here. They fly in flocks in the morning and evening from here. There are two parks adjoining to this sanctuary. Flocks of parrots sit on the trees of these parks also. It is the second wildlife sanctuary of Chandigarh. Sukhna wildlife sanctuary near Sukhna Lake is another wildlife sanctuary of the city. It is notified under Section 18 of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. The parrots wake up and sleep as per Photoperiodism. The Municipal Corporation of U.T., Chandigarh installed high post lights affecting the sleep pattern of the parrots. The Tribune (Chandigarh) highlighted the problem caused to the parrots after a local resident and bird lover, Harman Singh Sidhu brought it to their notice. The Wildlife Department, Chandigarh was apprised of the problem and the high post lights were switched off. The park is also known for its beautifully designed benches, which the teenagers popularly refer to as "Taj Mahal Benches".

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Parrot Bird Sanctuary, Chandigarh
Chandigarh Sector 21 (Chandigarh District)

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