Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is located on Gudavi Lake in Shimoga in Karnataka. It is spread across an area of over 0.75 sq. km and is rich in natural beauty and biodiversity. It is home to over 217 resident bird species, and other popular migratory birds. Some of the most popular migratory birds here are Grey Heron, Little Cormorant, Little Grebe, White Ibis, White-Headed Crane – to name just a few.