Sonkhaliya is a well-known grassland wildlife area in Rajasthan, located near Ajmer and associated with the Shokaliya Conservation Reserve. It is especially famous for the conservation of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard.

🦅 Why is Sonkhaliya Famous?

One of the important historical habitats of the Great Indian Bustard.
Protected grassland ecosystem supporting several rare bird species.
Popular among birdwatchers, wildlife researchers, and photographers.

🐦 Birds and Wildlife

You may see:

• Great Indian
• Bustard (rare)
• Blackbuck
• Indian Fox
• Larks, coursers,
• eagles, and other
• grassland birds

📸 Best For

✅ Birdwatching
✅ Grassland wildlife photography
✅ Conservation tourism
✅ Nature study and research

📅 Best Time to Visit

October to March for pleasant weather and bird activity.
Early mornings are best for wildlife sightings.