Looking at this image with the entire habitat gives a feeling of watching it directly from the boat. This image is far more representative of the situation. These weeds in Chilika are a part of the complex ecosystem. Some birds feed on these weeds and prune it making path for fishes. The birds perch on these weeds and the bird droppings enrich the water. Fish and other species devour the bird droppings. No wonder about 4 lakh fishermen earn their livelihood from Chilika.