Ramsar Site — Andhra Pradesh | Designated 19 August 2002
State
Andhra Pradesh
Location of the Ramsar site
Area
901km²
Designated wetland area
Designated
2002
19 August 2002
Region
South
Biogeographic region
★One of India's largest freshwater lakes
One of India's largest freshwater lakes, serving as a natural flood-balancing reservoir. Important habitat for migratory birds including the spot-billed pelican and painted stork.
Other Ramsar sites in the South region:
Ramsar sites data sourced from the Ramsar Sites Information Service (RSIS) and Wikipedia. Coordinates are approximate for most sites. Site descriptions are curated summaries. Last updated: 2026.