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Flora & fauna of sanctuary
Sindhudurg in Maharashtra is surrounded by the sea and there are numerous submerged and exposed rocks in the vicinity, providing an ideal substratum for marine life.
Maharashtra takes pride in Malvan Marine Sanctuary; biologically, one of the richest coastal regions in India, which was brought on the world map in 1987. It's crystal clear water is home to the extremely rich coastal species that are unique to the region like sea anemones, mollusks, polychaetes, pearl oyster, corals, seaweed, and mangroves. Malvan is beautiful and intriguing inside out. Somewhere like it's riveting deep underwater secrets, the place offers a beautiful view. Make a point to take the binoculars as there is possibility spot some rare bird species on this 29.22 square kilometers.
Black- headed gulls,terns, plovers, water- fowl, ducks, egrets, Mollusks, Pearl Oysters, Polychaetes (Earthworm Like Specie), casuarinas plantations, Sea Anemones, Dolphins, Labeo-Calbasu, Labeo-Rohita, Mystus seenghala (Singhada), Tor Putitora (Mahsir), Labeo-Dero (Gid)
While visiting Malvan Marine Sanctuary, you can also embark on excursions to nearby tourist destinations like the Sindhdurg Fort, and the golden sandy beaches of Tondavali, Tarakali and Vengurala, which lie at a distance of 10-km from the sanctuary area.
