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 Koshi
Tappu Wildlife Reserve, gazetted in 1976, was established mainly
to preserve the habitat for the remaining population (a little
over 160) of rare wild water buffaloes. The reserve extends 175
sq. km. to the north of the one kilometre-long barrage that
spans the River Koshi. The barrage is the best place in Nepal to
see migratory and resident marshland birds. The vast expanse of
the open water created by the barrage, and the marshes, lagoons,
sandbanks, mudflats and arable land that lie around it offer an
outstanding wetland habitat, thus making Koshi Tappu one of the
finest bird-watching sites in Asia.
The most rewarding and regular wildlife outings at the reserve
will be on foot, exploiting the grasslands, river lagoons and
woodlands, and the vicinity of the barrage, a short drive away. |
