Pani Dihing Bird Sanctuary, Sibsagar

Pani Dihing Bird Sanctuary is located 22 kilometres from Sivasagar town between the Disang and the Demow river. It is a rich wetland ecosystem that is spread across 33 sq km.

The Pani Dihing Bird Sanctuary is especially known for the migratory birds that come here every year. The bird sanctuary was declared as a Wildlife Sanctuary in the year 1996. There are several rare birds that are found in the Pani Dihing Bird Sanctuary, such as the variegated species of aquatic birds, adjutant storks, variety of ducks and fishing eagles.

Amongst the other birds found in the wildlife sanctuary, tourists can spot the bar-headed goose, spo-billed duck, gadwall, mallard, shoveller, common pochard, openbill stork, etc.

The best time to visit the bird sanctuary is between the months of November and April. Since it is just 22 kilometres from the Sivasagar town tourists can reach the bird sanctuary on road.