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Beddagana: pond and marsh trail
The park’s page describes wetland plants, quiet ponds and Diyawanna Lake as the setting for its birds, butterflies, dragonflies and fishes. Its map distinguishes Duck Pond from a trail crossing forested marsh.
At a glance
A place worth remembering
Why the wetland matters
The Urban Development Authority (UDA), which publishes the page, presents Beddagana as a “live demonstration” of the importance of wetlands to the liveability of cities such as Colombo.[1]
Pond and forested marsh
The map distinguishes two settings: Duck Pond and the Forest Trail that crosses forested marsh.[2]
Bird tower and orientation centre
The map also marks a Birds Watching Tower, described as a place to observe wetland birds and their daytime behaviour, with a view of the whole park from its highest point. The Orientation Center is presented as an awareness centre offering virtual resources and educational material, plus a shop-style souvenir and library offer.[2]
Good to know
A few clear answers before you explore.
Which mapped pond is associated with aquatic birds?
Duck Pond; the map names whistling ducks, coots, cormorants and kingfishers among its birds.[2]
Which mapped path crosses the forested marsh?
Forest Trail.[2]
What does the map say the Orientation Center offers?
It presents an awareness centre offering virtual resources and educational material, plus a shop-style souvenir and library offer.[2]
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