Kole Wetlands

A Ramsar-listed wetland ecosystem in central Kerala, the Kole Wetlands recently gained attention after a scientific study documented 12 species of pygmy grasshoppers, highlighting its rich biodiversity.
Spread across Thrissur and Malappuram districts.
Low-lying, flood-prone wetland known for 300-year-old paddy cultivation.
The name “Kole” means ‘bumper crop’ in Malayalam, reflecting its high productivity.
Lies along the Central Asian Flyway of migratory birds.
Recognised as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International.