Bird Walk at Jahapanah City Forest, New Delhi
- New Delhi
- 23 November, 2025
- Midori Walks
About Jahapanah City Forest
Jahapanah City Forest in New Delhi is one of the capital’s most cherished green refuges, offering a welcome escape from the city’s fast-paced urban life. Spread across a vast expanse of mixed woodland, the forest forms part of the ancient Southern Ridge and is home to native trees such as neem, jamun, pilkhan, amaltas, and Indian gooseberry. Its network of walking and cycling trails makes it a popular destination for morning walkers, joggers, nature lovers, and birdwatchers. The forest’s dense canopy provides a cool, shaded environment throughout the year, creating an ideal habitat for a rich diversity of wildlife. Visitors often encounter species such as Indian peafowl, shikra, spotted owlet, five-striped palm squirrel, and even small mammals like golden jackal, highlighting its ecological significance within the metropolitan landscape.
Beyond its biodiversity, Jahapanah City Forest plays a crucial role in improving the environmental health of South Delhi. Acting as a natural air purifier, it helps combat pollution by absorbing particulate matter and producing fresh oxygen, offering measurable benefits to local residents. The forest also supports groundwater recharge and helps moderate urban temperatures, making it an important component of Delhi’s climate resilience strategy. Over the years, the area has been enhanced with signage, seating spaces, and eco-friendly pathways to make it more accessible while maintaining its natural character. Whether for fitness, photography, or quiet reflection, Jahapanah City Forest stands as an invaluable sanctuary that reconnects people with nature in the heart of one of India’s busiest cities.
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Bird Guide: Mansi
Nature educator and birding guide with Midori Walks, Mansi blends ecology and mindfulness to create enriching outdoor experiences in urban green spaces.
Bird walk Location
Common birds of Jahapanah City Forest
Jahapanah City Forest is a rewarding haven for birdlife, attracting both resident and seasonal visitors within its diverse woodland and scrub habitats. The dense canopy, open clearings, and scattered water sources support species such as Indian peafowl, shikra, black drongo, red-vented bulbul, coppersmith barbet, and the ever-alert spotted owlet. Smaller insectivores like tailorbirds and sunbirds flit through the undergrowth, while parakeets and mynas dominate the upper branches with their calls. During winter, the forest becomes even more vibrant as migrants such as warblers, wagtails, and flycatchers arrive, offering delightful sightings for birdwatchers. This rich avian diversity not only enhances the ecological value of Jahapanah City Forest but also makes it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of New Delhi.
Ashy Prinia
Red-vented Bulbul
Oriental Magpie Robin
Brown-headed Barbet
Yellow-footed Green Pigeon
Asian Pied Starling
Coppersmith Barbet
Black Drongo
Eurasian-collared Dove
Rose-ringed Parakeet
White-throated Kingfisher
Common Myna
Eastern Cattle Egret
Large Grey Babbler
Purple Sunbird
Black Kite
Shikra
Indian Pond Heron
Red-wattled Lapwing
Asian Koel
Summary of Walk
A chilly morning at Jahapanah City Forest welcomed 22 participants for a lively bird walk led by Mansi, Yashita and Aanchal. Group recorded a total of 13 species including sighting of Spotted Owlet, Rufous Treepie, bulbuls, house sparrow. The forest’s winter ambience added charm to each sighting, making even common species feel refreshing to observe.
They played some exciting bird games of knowing birds and their behavior in detail and learn tricks to identify birds. These fun activities helped participants build confidence in spotting and understanding birds. The blend of games, learning, and field observation created a warm and interactive atmosphere despite the cold.
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