1. Location: Breeding colonies of six seabird species were found on sandbars between Rameswaram Island and Sri Lanka, 8 km southeast of Arichalmunai.
  2. Key Species: The Brown Noddy (Anous stolidus) was recorded, with its closest known breeding sites in Lakshadweep, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives.
  3. Sandbars I to VII: These areas remain largely undisturbed due to restricted human access.
  4. Ecological Importance: The sandbars serve as crucial nesting grounds for seabirds, emphasizing the need for conservation.