Ramsar site no. 463. Sambhar Lake . A large saline lake fed by four streams set in a shallow wetland and subject to seasonal fluctuations. It is surrounded by sand flats and dry thorn scrub and fed by seasonal rivers and streams. The site is important for a variety of wintering waterbirds, including large numbers of flamingos.
Human activities consist of salt production and livestock grazing.
Ramsar site no. 464. The lake supports an important fishing industry and is a valuable source of water for irrigation and domestic use. The area is important for wintering, staging and breeding birds. Human activities include rice cultivation and tree farming. Posted 26 January 2000, updated 22 October 2000, Dwight Peck, Ramsar.