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Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary

Located at the western tip of the island of Chorao, along the river Mandovi near Panaji, is the Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. This reserve has few roads and is approachable by foot after crossing over by ferry from Ribandar to Chorao. Varieties of birds frequently visit the area. The sanctuary is home to mangroves, an unusual mudskipper fish variety, and a variety of local as well as migratory birds. This Sanctuary can be visited any time of the year with the permission of the Chief Wild Life Warden, Forest Department, Junta House, Panaji - Goa

Near the sanctuary, is the island village of Chorao,which dates back to the early Portuguese days. A visit to the pristine Chorao island is well worth it, and can be best enjoyed by renting a motorbike or hiring some form of transportation as public transportation is less frequent on the island.