KTR’s vision for India’s largest aviary at Eco Park in Hyderabad to be unveiled soon
India’s largest exclusive aviary is set to open at Kothwalguda Eco-Park, Hyderabad, in January 2026. Home to over 10,000 exotic birds from 12 countries, the 5-acre aviary allows birds to fly freely in a natural, forest-like environment
Hyderabad: The largest exclusive aviary in India, envisioned three years back by the then MA&UD Minister, KT Rama Rao, will soon open to visitors at the eco-park in Kothwalguda, Nanakramguda.
Rama Rao had conceptualised the exclusive aviary with over 10,000 exotic birds brought from 12 countries across the world. Towards this, he laid the foundation for the eco-park spread over 85 acres on the banks of Himayat Sagar in Kothwalguda in October 2022. The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) was entrusted with the task of building the aviary spanning 5 acres on the hilltop of the eco-park.
A senior official with the HMDA said the aviary showcases over 10,000 exotic birds of 19 different species from 12 countries across the world. “As of now, 500 exotic birds have already arrived and are kept in the aviary. As per the tenders invited by the HMDA, the agencies have agreed to procure exotic birds of 19 different species,” the official told ‘Telangana Today’.
The collection of exotic birds at the aviary would include finches, budgies, conures, cockatiels, grass parakeets, cockatoos, Eclectus parrots-20, turaco and toucans, among others.
Conceptualised with an aesthetic appeal, the facility will ensure the exotic birds have ample space to fly freely in a setting that resembles a natural forest. “We have arranged living plants, branches, and natural light to allow these birds to exhibit natural behaviours such as foraging, perching, and nesting, leading to better breeding results,” the official said.
A high-rise compound wall with wire mesh protects the captive birds and natural ventilation is provided to keep the aviary in all weather conditions. Enclosures are built to ensure a bird cannot escape from the domes of the aviary, according to the officials. The HMDA has decided to collect an entry fee for the aviary, which is expected to be opened with the inauguration of the eco-park around January 2026.
