November 7 , 2025
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- Menar is a village in Rajasthan known for hosting over 100 rare bird species.
- The village has been officially recognized as a Ramsar Site for wetland conservation.
- Local residents, called Pakshi Mitras (friends of birds), actively protect and monitor bird populations.
- Menar’s ponds, including Brahm Talab, Dhand Talab, and Kheroda Talab, serve as key habitats for migratory and resident birds.
- The village was honored as India’s Best Tourism Village in 2023.
- Indigenous conservation practices in Menar have helped safeguard endangered species such as the Indian skimmer and Egyptian vulture.

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