Bird Walk at HMT Ranibagh Kathgodam, Uttarakhand
- Kathgodam
- 30 August, 2026
- Rs 200 per head
- Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.
About HMT Ranibagh
HMT Ranikhet Bagh, located near Kathgodam in Uttarakhand, is a green landscape at the foothills of the Kumaon Himalayas, where the Himalayan foothill environment begins to transition towards the higher elevations of the region. The area is surrounded by wooded patches, gardens, open spaces, and the rugged terrain characteristic of the lower Himalayas. Its relatively green surroundings provide an important habitat for birds and other wildlife, while the proximity to Kathgodam makes it an accessible location for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers exploring the Kumaon region.
The mix of trees, shrubs, open areas, and surrounding forest provides opportunities to observe a variety of Himalayan foothill birds. The area is particularly interesting for birdwatching because species associated with both low-elevation forests and Himalayan habitats can occur here. Seasonal changes also influence bird diversity, with winter bringing movements of several species to lower elevations. HMT Ranikhet Bagh therefore offers a pleasant setting for nature walks and birdwatching while highlighting the ecological richness of the Himalayan foothills.
Bird Guide - Prashant Kumar
Senior Wildlife Biologist with the Uttarakhand Forest Department, with 7 years of experience in wildlife research and fieldwork. He also conducts bird walks and birdwatching sessions around Haldwani and the Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary, helping participants explore the region’s rich birdlife and understand its ecology, behaviour, and natural habitats.
Bird walk Location
Common birds of HMT Ranibagh
Common birds recorded around HMT Ranibagh, Kathgodam, include Himalayan Bulbul, Red-vented Bulbul, Black Bulbul, Oriental Magpie-Robin, Grey Treepie, Black-rumped Magpie, Jungle Babbler, Common Myna, Jungle Myna, House Sparrow, Spotted Dove, Eurasian Collared Dove, Black Drongo, Long-tailed Shrike, White-throated Kingfisher, Coppersmith Barbet, Himalayan Woodpecker, Large-billed Crow, and Grey-headed Canary-Flycatcher. The wooded surroundings may also attract species such as Verditer Flycatcher, Blue Whistling Thrush, Black-chinned Babbler, and various leaf warblers, especially during seasonal movements.
Bank Myna
Indian Pond-Heron
Asian Woolly-necked Stork
Asian Openbill
Graylag Goose
Pied Kingfisher
Red-naped Ibis
Little Cormorant
Red-wattled Lapwing
Indian Spot-billed Duck
Common Kingfisher
Common Myna
Red-vented Bulbul
Oriental Magpie-Robin
Black Drongo
House Crow
Black Kite
Spotted Dove
Brown-headed Barbet
Greater Coucal
- Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.
