Bird Walk at Chandrashekhar Smriti Van, Delhi NCR
- Delhi NCR
- 13 June, 2026
- Anubhav Dhingra
About Chandrashekhar Smriti Van
Chandrashekhar Smriti Van is a serene urban forest spread across a vast expanse along the Gomti River, offering a refreshing escape into nature within the city’s limits. Characterised by a mosaic of grasslands, wooded patches, riverine stretches, and wetlands, the park supports a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Native trees like neem, peepal, and jamun create shaded corridors, while open habitats attract a variety of insects, butterflies, and small mammals. This blend of habitats makes the area especially vibrant during early mornings and evenings, when wildlife activity peaks and the landscape comes alive with movement and sound.
For birding enthusiasts, the park is a hidden gem, hosting both resident and migratory species throughout the year. From colourful kingfishers and bee-eaters near the water to warblers and raptors across the woodland edges, every trail offers a new discovery. However, like many urban green spaces, it faces challenges such as habitat fragmentation, increasing human disturbance, and pressure from urban development. Continued conservation efforts, responsible visitation, and awareness are essential to preserve its ecological value, ensuring that Chandrashekhar Smriti Van remains a thriving refuge for biodiversity and a peaceful retreat for future generations.
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Bird Guide - Anubhav Dhingra
Passionate birder with 15 years of experience and a keen eye for detail, capturing the beauty of avian life through observation and photography. Always in pursuit of rare sightings and meaningful moments in nature, one bird at a time.
Bird walk Location
Common birds of Chandrashekhar Smriti Van
The birdlife at Chandrashekhar Smriti Van reflects a rich blend of woodland and urban biodiversity, where dense tree cover and open patches create ideal conditions for a wide variety of species. The forest resonates with the rhythmic calls of barbets and the chatter of babblers, while vibrant species like the Indian Pitta and the elegant Indian Paradise Flycatcher add bursts of colour and movement to the landscape. Parakeets and orioles glide across the canopy, sunbirds flit among flowering trees, and insectivores like tailorbirds and robins remain constantly active in the understory. Birds of prey such as the Shikra keep a watchful eye from above, while species like the Spotted Owlet and Indian Eagle-Owl bring life to the quieter hours. This diversity makes the park a dynamic birding destination, where every walk offers a glimpse into the intricate behaviours and interactions of urban wildlife.
Large Grey Babbler
Purple Sunbird
Grey Francolin
Laughing Dove
Common Tailorbird
Jungle Babbler
Rose-ringed Parakeet
Plum-headed Parakeet
Indian Golden Oriole
Indian White-eye
Common Myna
Eurasian Hoopoe
Shikra
Indian Paradise Flycatcher
Indian Pitta
Brown-headed Barbet
Coppersmith Barbet
Rufous Treepie
Spotted Owlet
Indian Eagle-Owl
Summary of Walk
The bird walk at Chandrashekhar Smriti Van welcomed 4 participants and recorded 26 bird species, including Indian Golden Oriole, Indian Scops Owl, Indian Pitta, Sirkeer Malkoha and Rock Eagle Owl. The diverse habitat supported a rich mix of resident and seasonal birds, creating exciting opportunities for observation and photography.
The highlights of the session were the majestic Indian Eagle Owl and the vibrant Indian Pitta. Participants enjoyed moments of anticipation and excitement, making the experience immersive and memorable while reinforcing the joy of discovering birds in nature.
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