Authors : P. V. Darekar, S. H. Chougule, A. C. Kumbhar
Page Nos : 31-33
Description :
Ekrukh water reservoir is one of the largest man made water reservoir. It provides the nutrient rich flora and fauna which attracts the birds. It contains the diverse assemblage of algae, aquatic weeds, phytoplankton, zooplankton which facilitate the growth of fishes like Labeo rohita, Catla catla and other aquatic animals. Ekrukh water reservoir closely located to Solapur city in North Solapur Tahsil. Its total storage capacity is 3330 M. Cu. Ft. The water from Ekrukh water tank is currently used for irrigation and drinking. Because of less human disturbance, least pollution and abundant food many birds are attracted towards this reservoir. The lake and its surrounding area acts as the best winter house for many local and migratory birds.
The current study was conducted from March 2014 to February 2015. Total 18 piscivorous birds were observed in the study period. Total 18 piscivorous birds were observed in the study period. Out of 18 species 10 birds were resident, 4 were local migrants, 2 were migrants and 2 was winter migrant.
Keywords: Ekrukh water reservoir, fishes, piscivorous birds, winter house
