The Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary also known as Vembanad Bird Sanctuary, boasts a vibrant bird population. Resident species like Brahminy kite, waterfowl, cuckoos, owls, egrets, and herons share this sanctuary with migratory birds that flock here in large numbers. Interestingly, the sanctuary becomes a temporary home to over 60 species of migratory birds from the Himalayas and Siberia during the migratory season. Among these, the Siberian crane is particularly famous, attracting ornithologists and bird watchers from around the world. Birdwatchers can delight in spotting the vibrant kingfishers, witness the graceful movements of egrets and herons, or be mesmerized by the acrobatic displays of paradise flycatchers when in Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. The best time to visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary to witness these migratory birds is between November and February, while the breeding season of resident wetland birds is from June to August.