It is largest fresh water lake in Andhra Pradesh, India
It is located between Krishna and Godavari deltas.
It spans into two districts of Andhra Pradesh- Krishna and West Godavari.
It was declared as wildlife sanctuary in November 1999 under Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, and designated wetland of international importance in November 2002 under Ramsar Convention.
It is important habitat for resident and migratory birds, including the grey or spot-billed pelican (Pelecanus philippensis). Many birds migrate here in winter, such as Siberian crane, ibis, and painted storks.
Why in news? Major portion of the lake has dried up