Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary

Senegal

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The Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary in Senegal is a UNESCO World Heritage site that is home to over a million birds. This sanctuary is a vital habitat for species such as the African spoonbill, purple heron, white pelican, and cormorant. It is located in the northern part of Senegal, near the Senegal River. The sanctuary plays a significant role in supporting avian biodiversity in the region.1

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Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1981, contains more than a million birds, including the African spoonbill, the purple heron, the white pelican, and the cormorant. Niokolo Koba National Park was also named a World Heritage site in 1981. Basse-Casamance…
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Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1981, contains more than a million birds, including the African spoonbill, the purple heron, the white pelican, and the cormorant. Niokolo Koba National Park was also named a World Heritage site in 1981. Basse-Casamance…
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