Khijadia Bird Sanctuary is around 10 km north east of
Jamnagar,
Gujarat. It represents the combination of seasonal freshwater shallow lake, inter-tidal mudflats, creeks, saltpans, saline land and mangrove scrub.
It is the known breeding ground of the Great Crested Grebe. Apart from it, Little Grebe, Purple Moorhen, Coot, Black-winged Stilt and Pheasant-tailed Jacana are also recorded breeding here. Raptors, including harriers, eagles, hawks and falcons are also spotted here. The sanctuary also shelters migratory birds such as swallows, martins, wagtails and various waterfowls. It is considered an important site for ecological research and education.
Jamnagar Railway Station and Jamnagar Bus Station are the access points.
