Tucked away in the northern reaches of West Bengal, Raiganj Wildlife Sanctuary (locally known as Kulik) is a hidden marvel that defies its modest size. Far from the subcontinent's sprawling wilderness reserves, Raiganj is an intimate haven: a 1.3 sq km patch of social forestry nestled in the semi-urban embrace of Uttar Dinajpur. Yet, this compact sanctuary offers one of India’s most remarkable avian spectacles.