Bird walk at Lal Bagh, Bengaluru

Name: Bird walk at Lal Bagh, Bengaluru
Start: 2025-11-23T07:00:00+05:30
End: 2025-11-23T09:00:00+05:30

About Lal Bagh

Lalbagh in Bengaluru is one of India’s most iconic botanical gardens, known for its rich horticultural heritage and serene green landscapes amidst the bustling city. Spread across about 240 acres, it features a diverse collection of native and exotic plants, centuries-old trees, scenic lakes, and well-maintained walking paths. The historic glasshouse, inspired by London’s Crystal Palace, along with rocky outcrops and flowering avenues, makes Lalbagh a hub for nature lovers, photographers, and morning walkers.

The garden is also a paradise for birdwatchers, with regular sightings of species like the White-throated Kingfisher, Purple Sunbird, Coppersmith Barbet, Spotted Dove, Asian Koel, Rose-ringed Parakeet, and Black Kite. The lake attracts waterbirds such as Little Egret, Indian Pond Heron, and Spot-billed Duck, adding to its ecological value. While urban pressures, visitor disturbance, and waste remain concerns, ongoing tree conservation, habitat maintenance, and awareness efforts help protect this precious green space, allowing Lalbagh to continue serving as Bengaluru’s natural heritage landmark.

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Common birds of Lal Bagh Lake

Lalbagh is a well-known haven for urban birdlife, offering a chance to see a wonderful variety of species amidst lush gardens and calm waters. Common sightings include Rose-ringed Parakeets chattering from treetops, Coppersmith Barbets calling with their rhythmic “tuk-tuk”, and Purple Sunbirds flitting among flowering shrubs. Around the lake, one can spot Indian Pond Herons, Little Egrets, and Spot-billed Ducks, while White-throated Kingfishers and Common Mynas are frequent along the pathways. The garden also hosts Asian Koels, Spotted Doves, Black Kites, and energetic flocks of Jungle Babblers, making Lalbagh a vibrant and accessible birdwatching hotspot in the heart of Bengaluru.