Bird Walk at Kundaim Forest Trail, Goa

Kundaim Forest Trail supports a diverse mix of forest, woodland, wetland and open-country birds. The forest habitat is represented by species such as Malabar Gray Hornbill, White-cheeked Barbet, Coppersmith Barbet and Black-rumped Flameback, while Greater Coucal, Asian Koel and Gray-bellied Cuckoo add to the diversity of woodland and undergrowth birds. Several kingfishers, including Common Kingfisher, Stork-billed Kingfisher and White-throated Kingfisher, indicate the presence of suitable water-associated habitats in and around the trail. Raptors such as Brahminy Kite and Black Kite are also recorded, while Indian Peafowl, Spotted Dove and White-breasted Waterhen occupy the forest floor and surrounding habitats. Asian Green Bee-eater and Little Swift make use of the open areas and airspace above the landscape. A possible Crested Goshawk was also recorded, although the sighting remains unconfirmed and was based on silhouette and expert assessment. Together, these records highlight the habitat diversity of Kundaim and its importance as a birding landscape within Goa.