Wildlifeof Sri Lanka
Wildlife in Mannar Island & Vankalai Sanctuary
Northern Province
Shallow lagoons, mudflats and sandbars in the far north-west, facing India across Adam's Bridge. In the northern winter this is one of the island's best areas for flamingos, crab-plovers and large mixed flocks of shorebirds.
Highlights
- Flamingos and crab-plovers
- Huge winter shorebird flocks
- Remote, uncrowded birding
Top wildlife targets
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Mannar Island & Vankalai Sanctuary?
- Top wildlife targets in Mannar Island & Vankalai Sanctuary include Greater Flamingo, Crab-Plover, Eurasian Spoonbill, Curlew Sandpiper and Marsh Sandpiper. Highlights: Flamingos and crab-plovers.
- Where is Mannar Island & Vankalai Sanctuary?
- Mannar Island & Vankalai Sanctuary is in Northern Province, Sri Lanka (about 8.98°, 79.9°).
- What are the highlights of Mannar Island & Vankalai Sanctuary?
- Flamingos and crab-plovers, Huge winter shorebird flocks and Remote, uncrowded birding.