Bundala National Park
Bundala National Park is a wetland sanctuary in southern Sri Lanka, renowned for its incredible birdlife and diverse ecosystems. As a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance, Bundala offers visitors the chance to explore lagoons, marshes, and dunes while witnessing a vibrant array of wildlife.
Park Gallery
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Park Highlights
Birdwatcher’s Paradise
Home to over 200 bird species, including migratory flamingos and pelicans.
Unique Ecosystem
Features lagoons, salt pans, and marshes teeming with biodiversity.
Endangered Species
Supports populations of endangered species like the Eurasian otter and Indian star tortoise.
Location
Southern Sri Lanka, near Hambantota
Area
Approximately 62 km²
Ramsar Status
Recognized as a Wetland of International Importance since 1990
Recent Sightings
Spot-billed Pelican
Great Thick-knee
Yellow-wattled Lapwing
Barred Buttonquail
Asian Wooly-necked Stork
Lesser Adjutant
Painted Stork
Black-headed Ibis
Eurasian Spoonbill
Sri Lanka Junglefowl
Orange-breasted Green-Pigeon
Crested Serpent-Eagle
Changeable Hawk-Eagle
White-bellied Sea-Eagle
Grey-headed Fish-Eagle
Black-winged Kite
Brown Fish-Owl
Jerdon’s Nightjar
Indian Nightjar
Crested Treeswift
Sri Lanka Swallow
Sirkeer Malkoha
Blue-faced Malkoha
Pied Cuckoo
Grey-bellied Cuckoo
Common Kingfisher
Asian Green Bee-eater
Blue-tailed Bee-eater
Chestnut-headed Bee-eater
Indian Roller
Eurasian Hoopoe
Malabar Pied-Hornbill
Coppersmith Barbet
Brown-headed Barbet
Tawny-bellied Babbler
Yellow-eyed Babbler
Yellow-crowned Woodpecker
Red-backed Flameback
Indian Pitta
Indian Robin
Sri Lanka Woodshrike
Small Minivet
White-tailed Iora
Baya Weaver
Indian Siverbill
Jerdon’s Bushlark
Paddyfield Pipit
Jungle Prinia
Ashy Prinia
Plum-headed Parakeet
Sri Lanka Leopard
Sloth Bear
Asian Elephant
Spotted Deer
Wild Water Buffalo
Grey Langer
Sri Lankan Jackal
Ruddy Mongoose
Indian Hare
Wild Boar
Sambar Deer
Mugger Crocodile
Land Monitor
Visit Bundala National Park to immerse yourself in its serene landscapes and extraordinary biodiversity!