Bird walk at Chintaamani Kar Bird Sanctuary, Kolkata

  • Kolkata
  • 23 November, 2025
  • Rs 200/- per head
  • Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.

About Chintaamani Kar Bird Sanctuary

Chintamani Kar Bird Sanctuary, located in the southern part of Kolkata near Narendrapur, is a lush green oasis spread over approximately 17 acres. Once a private orchard, it was declared a bird sanctuary to protect its rich biodiversity and provide refuge to urban wildlife. The sanctuary comprises dense tropical moist deciduous forest interspersed with fruit-bearing and flowering trees such as mango, jackfruit, banyan, fig, and bamboo, creating an ideal habitat for birds, butterflies, and small mammals. Its dense canopy and layered vegetation make it one of the few remaining green lungs in the rapidly urbanizing Kolkata metropolitan area.
The sanctuary is a haven for birdwatchers, with over 194 bird species recorded, including Common Hawk-Cuckoo, Black-hooded Oriole, Copper-smith Barbet, Brown Fish Owl, Paradise Flycatcher, and White-throated Kingfisher. Seasonal visitors such as warblers and flycatchers add to its avian richness. However, being surrounded by urban settlements, the sanctuary faces threats like encroachment, noise pollution, and waste disposal from nearby areas. Conservation efforts focus on maintaining its natural vegetation, enhancing habitat quality, and promoting eco-awareness among visitors. The sanctuary stands as a living classroom for biodiversity education and a serene refuge for both wildlife and nature enthusiasts in the heart of the city.

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Bird Guide - Nibedita Chakraborty

A passionate bird enthusiast and researcher, worked extensively on avifaunal communities of East Kolkata Wetlands. Actively engaged in promoting conservation awareness and fostering community-based participation in bird monitoring and habitat preservation.

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Common birds of Chintaamani Kar Bird Sanctuary

Chintamani Kar Bird Sanctuary hosts a vibrant community of resident and visiting birds, making it one of Kolkata’s most rewarding birding sites. Among its common species are the Spotted Dove, Asian Emerald Dove, and Yellow-footed Green Pigeon, which thrive in the dense tree canopy and fruiting groves. The sanctuary’s moist understory and shaded paths are frequented by Greater Coucal, White-breasted Waterhen, and Little Cormorant, while open patches and water bodies attract raptors like the Black Kite. The sanctuary’s diverse vegetation supports a variety of kingfishers, including the striking Stork-billed Kingfisher and the widely seen White-throated Kingfisher, both of which rely on the small ponds and streams for feeding.
Woodland areas echo with the rhythmic calls and drumming of Lineated Barbet, Blue-throated Barbet, Fulvous-breasted Woodpecker, and Black-rumped Flameback, all of which play vital roles in maintaining the forest’s ecological balance. Flocks of Rose-ringed Parakeets add a splash of color and sound, while smaller birds like Common Tailorbird, Jungle Babbler, and Oriental Magpie-Robin are often seen darting through the undergrowth. The Red-vented Bulbul and Common Myna are abundant across the sanctuary, adapting well to its mix of natural and semi-urban landscapes. Together, these species showcase the sanctuary’s rich avifaunal diversity and its importance as a refuge for birdlife amidst Kolkata’s expanding urban sprawl.
Spotted Dove
Asian Koel
House Crow
Common Myna
Common Tailorbird

Red-vented Bulbul
House Sparrow
Black Kite
Rose-ringed Parakeet
Greater Coucal
Eurasian Moorhen
Asian Green Bee-eater
Little Cormorany
Indian Pond Heron
White-throated Kingfisher
Black-rumped Flameback
Grey-headed Swamphen
Oriental Magpie Robin
Indian Robin
Jungle Babbler

Summary of Walk

On a fresh Sunday morning, 22 nature enthusiasts joined guide Bhavya Sharma for a bird walk through Kulish Smriti Van, a rich biodiversity park extending from Jhalana Wildlife Park in Jaipur. Trekking through forest patches, rocky boulders, and wetland corners, the group recorded an impressive 41 bird species. Highlights included 12 Indian Peafowls, Indian Golden Oriole, Common Hawk-Cuckoo, White-browed Fantail, and the vibrant Black-rumped Flameback. Along the trail, participants deepened their skills in bird identification and learned about the importance of conserving bird habitats in urban wild spaces.

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Bhavya Sharma

He loves connecting with new people who share excitement for the outdoors. Promote nature education, and inspire others to connect with and protect native wildlife.

  • Fee collected goes entirely to the bird guide. Ataavi does not retain or profit from this amount.

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