Wildlife of Kochi’s Backwaters

Backwaters of Kerala – A Living Water World

The backwaters of Kerala are a vast network of lagoons, lakes, canals, and rivers running parallel to the Arabian Sea along India’s southwestern coast. Stretching across districts like Alappuzha, Kumarakom, Kollam, Kuttanad, and Kochi, this water world is shaped by both freshwater rivers from the Western Ghats and salty sea tides.

At the heart of the backwaters lies Vembanad Lake, the longest lake in India. These waters support unique ecosystems—mangroves, aquatic plants, fish, birds, and traditional human settlements that have adapted to…

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