Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary
Under review: this entry was added recently and its position is still being checked (approximate (nearest town)).
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Overview
Shekha (Sheikha) Jheel is a small perennial lake near Aligarh in Uttar Pradesh, fed by the Upper Ganga Canal.
Despite its size, it attracts many wintering ducks, geese and other waterbirds, and is a notified bird sanctuary.
It was designated a Ramsar site in 2026.
Geography and key facts
- Near Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
- Perennial lake fed by the Upper Ganga Canal
- Bird sanctuary
- Ramsar site (2026)
Why it matters for UPSC
A recent Ramsar addition; UP now has 14 sites.
Note for UPSC
Ramsar site (wetland of international importance), Uttar Pradesh. Placed at the nearest town (Aligarh); exact site not found.
Ramsar sites come up as wetland–state pairs and in questions on conservation status.
Asked in PYQs
No question in our Prelims bank names Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary yet.
Key facts
- Type
- Ramsar site
- State / UT
- Uttar Pradesh
- Coordinates
- 27.876°N, 78.136°E
From the Map Explorer data; positions are for orientation.
In the lessons
- Forests, Wetlands, Mangroves and Coral Reefs (map lesson)