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Hazaribagh’s environmentalist and bird expert Murari Singh says that Dhanesh is actually a unique species among birds. Its way of making nest and maintaining cleanliness is also very different. Normally birds spread dirt around their nests, but Dhanesh does not do this. The female Dhanesh makes the nest and the male Dhanesh…..
Hazaribagh: All types of animals and birds are found across the country and all of them have their own specialty. However, some areas are known for special animals and birds. Similar is Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand. This district is especially known for birds throughout the country. The wildlife sanctuary here is declared an Important Bird Area, where many beautiful and rare birds can be seen throughout the year. The world of birds is very interesting. The way of life, expressions and nature of all birds are different and attractive. One of such amazing species found in Hazaribagh is Dhanesh bird.
Dhanesh is a very rare bird. It is rarely seen in human areas. Its texture is quite unique and attractive. The specialty of Dhanesh is that its beak appears double. Its upper part is decorative, which enhances its beauty, while it eats food with the lower beak. This bird usually lives in dense forests and is rarely seen in cities. For this reason its appearance is considered auspicious for people. Many astrologers believe that seeing Dhanesh is a sign of the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.
Hazaribagh’s environmentalist and bird expert Murari Singh says that Dhanesh is actually a unique species among birds. Its way of making nest and maintaining cleanliness is also very different. Normally birds spread dirt around their nests, but Dhanesh does not do this. The female Dhanesh builds the nest and lays eggs, while the male Dhanesh collects dry tree bark inside the nest. As soon as the baby makes a mess, the male bird removes the bark and keeps the nest clean. In a way, it works like changing a diaper, hence Dhanesh is considered a very clean bird.
This bird always makes nests only in safe, quiet and clean places. Gray colored Dhanesh is usually seen in Hazaribagh, while another colorful species of it described in books is also found. These habits of cleanliness, unique nest and distinctive beak of Dhanesh make it special in the bird world.
